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Identification/Subscribing Witness Notarizations

A signer presents an inmate identification card issued by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Under what specific circumstance is this card legally acceptable for notarization?

A

Only if the card contains a magnetic stripe or barcode.

B

Only if the inmate was paroled within the last 6 months.

C

Inmate IDs are never acceptable forms of identification.

D

Only if the inmate is currently in custody in a California state prison.

Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)

Reference: Civil Code section 1185(b)(3)(C)

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

D. Only if the inmate is currently in custody in a California state prison.

Detailed Explanation

Inmate Identification Rules. According to CA Civil Code section 1185(b)(3)(C), an inmate identification card issued by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is acceptable (falling into Group 1, requiring only that it be current) IF the inmate is in custody in a California state prison.

Identification/Subscribing Witness Notarizations Question #234
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