NC Notary Signer Identification and Vetting 2

Question 1

Under NCGS §10B-3, which of the following does NOT qualify as satisfactory evidence of identity for a NC notarization?

Accepted Answer

An expired government-issued ID from 6 months ago

Answer

Under NCGS §10B-3(22), satisfactory evidence of identity must be a CURRENT government-issued photo ID. An expired ID — even if only 6 months expired — does not meet the 'current' requirement and is not acceptable.

Question 2

A signer presents a valid government ID but their physical appearance differs significantly from the photo (e.g., different hair color, weight, and facial hair). The NC notary should:

Accepted Answer

Exercise judgment — significant differences may indicate a fraudulent ID or wrong ID, warranting further verification or refusal

Answer

A NC notary must exercise judgment when significant physical discrepancies exist between the ID photo and the person presenting it. Significant differences may indicate a fraudulent ID, and the notary may need additional verification or should decline if not satisfied.

Question 3

Under NCGS Chapter 10B, what is a 'credible identifying witness' and when may one be used?

Accepted Answer

A person personally known to the notary who vouches for the signer's identity when the signer cannot produce acceptable ID

Answer

A credible identifying witness is a person personally known to the notary who vouches for a signer who cannot produce acceptable ID. The witness must take an oath before the notary confirming the signer's identity.

Question 4

A signer presents a foreign passport as identification for a NC notarization. Under NCGS Chapter 10B, the notary should:

Accepted Answer

Accept the foreign passport if it is current and contains a photo, name, and identifying information

Answer

Under NCGS §10B-3(22), a current foreign government passport that contains a photographic image of the bearer's face and identifying information meets the definition of satisfactory evidence of identity. Foreign passports are not excluded.

Question 5

Under NC law, may a notary rely solely on a signer's business card as identification?

Accepted Answer

No — business cards are not government-issued and do not satisfy the ID requirement

Answer

A business card is not a government-issued identification document and does not meet the requirements of NCGS §10B-3(22). Business cards can be printed by anyone and provide no verified identifying information.

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NC Notary Signer Identification and Vetting 2