DE Notary Signer Identification and Verification

Question 1

Which form of ID is generally acceptable for signer identification in Delaware?

Accepted Answer

A current government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license

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A utility bill with the signer's name

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A business card

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A personal check

Question 2

What must a Delaware notary do if a signer's identification appears altered or suspicious?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to perform the notarization

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Accept it if the signer claims it is valid

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Call the issuing agency for confirmation

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Proceed and note the suspicion in their journal

Question 3

In Delaware, how recently must a government-issued ID have been issued to be considered current for notarial purposes?

Accepted Answer

It must not be expired at the time of the notarial act

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It must have been issued within the past 6 months

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It must have been issued within the past year

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It must be less than 2 years old

Question 4

Can a Delaware notary use personal knowledge of the signer as a means of identification?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if the notary personally knows the signer

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No, personal knowledge is never acceptable

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Yes, but only if the notary files a report with the state

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No, two witnesses are always required instead

Question 5

What should a Delaware notary do if a signer presents an expired passport as identification?

Accepted Answer

Request a different, valid form of identification

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Accept it because passports are government-issued

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Accept it if the signer also provides a utility bill

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Proceed and note the expiration in the journal

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable substitute for government-issued photo ID in Delaware?

Accepted Answer

A social media profile showing the signer's photo

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A U.S. passport

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A state-issued driver's license

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A U.S. military ID card