Yes, as long as she brings her valid California Driver's License.
No, credible witnesses cannot be related to the signer by blood or marriage.
Yes, a spouse is legally the best credible witness.
No, because a credible witness cannot have a financial interest in or be named in the document signed.
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Identification/Subscribing Witness Notarizations
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
D. No, because a credible witness cannot have a financial interest in or be named in the document signed.
Detailed Explanation
Credible witness financial interest. Under oath, a credible witness must swear or affirm that they do not have a financial interest and are not named in the document signed. Since the wife is named as the grantee receiving the property, she has a direct financial interest and is named in the document.
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