PA Notary Identifying Signers 5

Question 1

For a remote notarization in Pennsylvania, how may the notary identify a signer who is not personally known?

Accepted Answer

Through a credible witness or approved identity proofing and credential analysis via the communication technology

Answer

Remote notarization requires personal knowledge, a credible witness, or identity proofing with credential analysis through approved technology.

Question 2

Which of the following is generally an acceptable 'other' government-issued ID under RULONA if it is current and satisfactory to the notary?

Accepted Answer

A current U.S. military ID with photograph

Answer

Another government-issued ID that is current and contains a photograph or signature may be accepted if satisfactory to the notary.

Question 3

Why is a Social Security card alone not satisfactory evidence of identity?

Accepted Answer

It lacks a photograph and physical description needed to link the bearer to the card

Answer

Without a photo or descriptive features, the card does not let the notary confirm the person present is the named individual.

Question 4

A credible witness identifies the signer to the notary. What must the credible witness do?

Accepted Answer

Verify the signer's identity on oath or affirmation

Answer

The credible witness swears or affirms to the signer's identity before the notary.

Question 5

What identification information should a Pennsylvania notary record in the journal for a notarial act?

Accepted Answer

How the signer was identified, such as the type of ID or credible witness used

Answer

The journal entry must show the method of identification, including the ID type or credible witness details.

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