The credible witness will assume liability if the document is fraudulent.
The credible witness has known the signer for at least 30 days.
The credible witness does not have a financial interest in the document being acknowledged and is not named in the document.
The credible witness holds a valid California driver's license.
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Civil Code section 1185(b)(1)(A)(v)
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
C. The credible witness does not have a financial interest in the document being acknowledged and is not named in the document.
Detailed Explanation
Credible Witness Oath Content. Under CA Civil Code section 1185(b)(1)(A)(v), a mandatory and critical component of the credible witness's oath is that they swear they do not have a financial interest in the document being acknowledged and are not named in the document.
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