TX NNJE Signer Identification

Question 1

Which primary form of ID is acceptable for identifying a signer during a Texas notarial act?

Accepted Answer

A current state-issued driver's license with a photograph

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A library card with a photo

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A voter registration card without a photo

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An expired passport

Question 2

Under Texas notarial law, which identification method allows a credible identifying witness to vouch for a signer who lacks ID?

Accepted Answer

A personally known credible witness who swears to the signer's identity before the notary

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Self-identification by the signer's sworn oath alone

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An employer letter confirming the signer's identity

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A credit card with the signer's name

Question 3

What information from a signer's ID must be recorded in the Texas notary journal?

Accepted Answer

The type of ID and enough information to identify it (e.g., issuing agency, ID type)

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The full ID number and expiration date

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The signer's full Social Security Number

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A photocopy of the ID

Question 4

A signer presents an ID that expired six months ago. What should a Texas notary do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to notarize until current, valid ID is presented

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Accept it if the photo matches the signer

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Accept it if the signer signs an affidavit confirming their identity

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Contact the Secretary of State for guidance

Question 5

When a Texas notary personally knows the signer, how should identification be recorded in the journal?

Accepted Answer

Note that the signer was personally known to the notary

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No ID entry is needed for personally known signers

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List the signer's driver's license number from memory

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Leave the ID field blank

Question 6

Which of the following documents qualifies as an acceptable government-issued photo ID for Texas notarizations?

Accepted Answer

A current U.S. passport

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An expired military ID

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A work permit without a photo

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A Social Security card