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Identification/Subscribing Witness Notarizations

A signer presents a United States Passport Card as satisfactory evidence of identity. Is this acceptable under California law?

A

No, only a traditional U.S. Passport Book is acceptable.

B

No, unless it is accompanied by a birth certificate.

C

Yes, the Civil Code accepts a passport issued by the Department of State, making no distinction between a book or a card.

D

Yes, but only for documents not affecting real property.

Correct Answer

C. Yes, the Civil Code accepts a passport issued by the Department of State, making no distinction between a book or a card.

AI Explanation

U.S. Passport Cards. Civil Code section 1185(b)(3)(B) allows a passport issued by the Department of State of the United States. The law does not differentiate between a Passport Book or a Passport Card, making the Passport Card an acceptable form of identification.

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