WV Notary Signer Identification Methods

Question 1

What is the primary method for identifying a document signer?

Accepted Answer

Current government-issued photo identification such as a driver's license or passport

Answer

The primary identification method is a current, government-issued photo ID that contains the signer's photograph, physical description, and signature.

Question 2

Can a notary identify a signer through personal knowledge?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if the notary has personal knowledge of the signer's identity through previous interactions

Answer

Many states allow notaries to identify signers through personal knowledge, meaning the notary personally knows the individual's identity based on prior familiarity.

Question 3

What is credible witness identification?

Accepted Answer

A trusted third party personally known to both the notary and signer vouches for the signer's identity

Answer

Credible witness identification allows one or two credible witnesses who personally know the signer to vouch for their identity when the signer lacks acceptable ID.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable form of identification for notarization?

Accepted Answer

An expired government-issued photo ID

Answer

Expired identification documents are generally not acceptable because they may no longer accurately represent the signer's current appearance or information.

Question 5

What should a notary do if they suspect a signer is using fraudulent identification?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to perform the notarization and document the refusal

Answer

If a notary suspects fraudulent identification, they must refuse to notarize. Proceeding despite suspicion could make the notary liable for facilitating fraud.

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WV Notary Signer Identification Methods