IdentificationQuestion 65 of 100
Before accepting a credible witness's identification of a signer, the notary must:
a.Administer an oath or affirmation to the credible witness
b.Take the witness's fingerprint
c.Charge a separate fee
d.Get written permission from the signer
Explanation
The notary must place the credible witness under oath or affirmation before relying on the witness's statement of the signer's identity. The witness swears that the signer is the person named in the document.
Law Reference: CA Civil Code §1185Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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