HI Notary Identifying Signers 2

Question 1

A signer presents a Hawaii driver's license that expired 3 months ago. Under Hawaii notary rules, can the notary accept this as satisfactory evidence of identity?

Accepted Answer

No, only unexpired government-issued IDs are acceptable as satisfactory evidence

Answer

Hawaii requires satisfactory evidence of identity, which means current (unexpired) government-issued photo ID.

Question 2

If a signer cannot produce any government-issued ID, which alternative identification method may a Hawaii notary use?

Accepted Answer

Use a single credible witness who personally knows both the signer and the notary

Answer

A credible witness who personally knows both the notary and the signer may vouch for the signer's identity as an alternative to document-based ID.

Question 3

Which of the following documents is acceptable as satisfactory evidence of identity under Hawaii notary law?

Accepted Answer

A U.S. military identification card with photo and signature

Answer

A U.S. military ID is a government-issued photo ID with signature, which meets the standard for satisfactory evidence.

Question 4

A Hawaii notary knows the signer personally from their neighborhood. Can personal knowledge substitute for formal identification?

Accepted Answer

Yes — personal knowledge of the individual is listed as a basis for satisfactory evidence

Answer

Hawaii law allows personal knowledge of the individual as a valid basis for satisfactory evidence of identity.

Question 5

A man presents a passport issued by a foreign country with a photo. Can a Hawaii notary use this as satisfactory evidence of identity?

Accepted Answer

Yes — foreign passports with a photo and signature are generally acceptable

Answer

Foreign passports are government-issued documents with photo and signature and are generally acceptable as satisfactory evidence under Hawaii notary law.

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HI Notary Identifying Signers 2