What Is Satisfactory Evidence of Identity?

The proof a notary uses to positively identify a signer when the notary lacks personal knowledge — for example, a current government-issued identification document.

Satisfactory Evidence of Identity across 3 exams

Satisfactory Evidence of Identity appears on the following exams. Each defines it in the context candidates are tested on:

NY Notary
The proof a notary uses to positively identify a signer when the notary lacks personal knowledge — for example, a current government-issued identification document.
CA Notary
The proof a notary relies on to positively identify a signer when personal knowledge is absent, such as a current government-issued identification document.
PA Notary
A means of positively identifying a signer through personal knowledge or reliable proof such as a current government-issued identification document.