Embedded Files
(A.R.S. § 41-311). The card must be current and must contain the following:
Individual’s photo
Signature
Written physical description
In Arizona, a notary public is required to verify the identity of a signer before notarizing a document. There are several types of identification documents that a notary public may accept as proof of identity. These include:
A valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, state ID card, or passport.
A military ID card.
A tribal ID card.
A naturalization certificate or immigration document with a photograph.
A driver's license or state ID card issued by another state.
A foreign passport with a visa or residence permit.
Some specific examples of identification documents that a notary public may not accept include:
A photocopy of an identification document. A notary public must verify the original document, not a copy.
An identification document that has expired. A notary public may only accept identification documents that are current and valid.
An identification document that appears to be altered or fraudulent. A notary public must be confident that the identification document is genuine and has not been tampered with.
An identification document that does not contain a photograph of the signer. A notary public may require additional identification or documentation if the signer does not have a valid photo ID.
It is important to note that these guidelines are specific to the state of Arizona.
Other states may have different requirements for identification documents that a notary public can accept.
Page updated
Report abuse