California Notary Public ExamIdentification of SignersMedium
A Notary Public is notarizing a document for an individual who presents a U.S. military identification card. The card contains a photograph, physical description, and signature, and appears current. Is this an acceptable form of identification?
- ANo, unless it is accompanied by a second government-issued photo ID.
- BNo, military IDs are not listed as acceptable forms of identification in California.
- CYes, a U.S. military identification card is acceptable if it meets the general requirements.
- DYes, but only if the signer is actively serving in the military.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Yes, a U.S. military identification card is acceptable if it meets the general requirements.
A United States military identification card, if current and containing a photograph, physical description, and signature, is explicitly listed as an acceptable form of identification for a California Notary Public.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. A second ID is not required if the military ID meets the statutory requirements on its own.
- B. This is incorrect; U.S. military IDs are specifically listed as acceptable.
- D. Active service status is not a condition for the acceptance of a U.S. military ID.
U.S. Military ID
A current United States military identification card, containing a photograph, physical description, and signature, is an acceptable form of identification for a California Notary Public.
- Must be current (not expired).
- Must contain a photograph, physical description, and signature.
- Explicitly listed as satisfactory evidence of identity.
Memory trick: Government IDs, a trusted line, for signer's truth, yours and mine.