Yes, because it expired less than 5 years ago.
No, because the ID is neither current nor was it issued within the last 5 years.
Yes, because it is a California DMV-issued document.
No, because expired identification documents can never be accepted under any circumstances.
Correct Answer
B. No, because the ID is neither current nor was it issued within the last 5 years.
Detailed Explanation
The '5-year rule' for acceptable identification. According to CA Civil Code § 1185(b)(3), a notary can reasonably rely on specified identification documents provided they are 'current OR have been issued within 5 years.' An ID issued 6 years ago that is now expired fails both conditions, even if it only expired 2 years ago. The trap is confusing 'expired within 5 years' with the actual law: 'issued within 5 years'.
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