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Can Notaries Accept Copies of Signer IDs?

Many Notaries have contacted us asking, “A signer just gave me a photocopy of his driver’s license. Can I accept it as ID?” Because many people used photos of vaccination cards for admission to restaurants and businesses during COVID-19, presenting copies of official records gained widespread acceptance. Is it OK to accept copies of ID when notarizing, whether physical or a photo taken with a phone?

NNAConcierge Notary ServicesSeptember 25, 2023concierge notary, notary facts, notary services, identity, fraud prevention, identification, copy, notary lawComment

Notary Tip: Top 5 Security Features On IDs

Not every state incorporates all of these security features in their driving and ID credentials. As noted above, the images coded into an ID document are usually unique to the state that issues it. It’s a good idea to stay up to date on the security features included in IDs issued by your state. For other states, having a reliable ID reference guide is essential for comparing a live ID to the credentials issued in that state.

NNAConcierge Notary ServicesSeptember 9, 2022concierge notary, identity, identification, fraud, securityComment

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