Chapter 5 Notarization Explained in Eight Simple Steps

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What is the term used in the Notary Act to refer to an alternative form of identification when a notary has doubt about a signer being personally known?

Satisfactory Evidence (correct)

Fallback Identification

Alternative Evidence

Secondary ID

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

Military ID card with visible signature (correct)

Passport

Identification card issued by a recognized state tribal agency

State Driver's License

If a signer is not personally known to the notary, what can be done to confirm their identity?

Have a mutual friend act as a credible witness (correct)

Refer them to another notary

Use any form of identification available

Request additional proof from the signer

What must be present on an identification card to be considered as satisfactory evidence according to the Notary Act?

Photograph and physical description or signature Signup and view all the answers

Why are the most recently issued military ID cards generally not accepted as satisfactory evidence by notaries?

The signature is embedded in a computer chip Signup and view all the answers

What must a mutual friend confirming a signer's identity NOT be in relation to the transaction?

Notary public Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of a notary when identifying a document signer?

To verify the signer's identity through satisfactory evidence Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if a notary fails to properly identify a document signer?

The notary's commission may be suspended or revoked Signup and view all the answers

In which type of notarial act must the signer sign the document in the presence of the notary?

Both b and c Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered satisfactory evidence of identity for a notary?

A credit card with the signer's name and photograph Signup and view all the answers

If a document has already been signed, what must the signer do when performing an acknowledgment with a notary?

The signer must indicate or acknowledge to the notary that they signed the document willingly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a notary attesting to a signer's signature on a document?

To confirm that the signature is genuine and was made willingly Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal definition of 'personal knowledge' for a notary public?

Familiarity with an individual resulting from interactions over a sufficient period to eliminate every reasonable doubt about their identity. Signup and view all the answers

If a notary does not have personal knowledge of an individual, what is required to perform a notarial act?

Satisfactory evidence of the individual's identity through approved identification documents. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered satisfactory evidence of identity for a notarial act?

A current and valid government-issued identification document with a photograph. Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence for a notary who performs a notarial act without requiring the principal's personal appearance?

A Class 1 misdemeanor charge. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a notary to perform a notarial act?

The principal signer must be physically present before the notary. Signup and view all the answers

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