OH Notary - Ohio Notary Signer Identification Requirements 2

Question 1

Which of the following is acceptable identification for notarization in Ohio?

Accepted Answer

A current U.S. passport

Answer

A current, unexpired U.S. passport is acceptable government-issued photo identification.

Question 2

Can an Ohio notary rely on personal knowledge to identify a signer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, personal knowledge is an acceptable identification method

Answer

Personal knowledge of the signer is an acceptable alternative to documentary identification.

Question 3

A signer presents an Ohio driver's license that expired last week. Should the notary accept it?

Accepted Answer

No, expired identification is not acceptable

Answer

Expired identification is not acceptable, regardless of how recently it expired.

Question 4

A credible witness may be used to identify a signer in Ohio when:

Accepted Answer

The credible witness personally knows both the signer and the notary

Answer

A credible witness who knows both the signer and the notary may verify identity under oath.

Question 5

An Ohio notary is presented with a foreign passport as identification. Is this acceptable?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a current foreign passport is acceptable

Answer

A current foreign passport qualifies as government-issued photo identification.

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