As a notary public in Ohio, it is important to ensure that the identification presented by the signer of a document is valid and reliable. According to Ohio law, the following forms of identification are acceptable for a notary to use when verifying the identity of a signer:
A driver's license or state identification card issued by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).
A passport issued by the United States government or by a foreign government.
A military identification card issued by the United States government.
A government-issued identification card, such as a tribal identification card or a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).
It is important to note that the identification presented must be current and not expired. If the identification presented is expired, the notary should request another form of identification.
In the case of an elderly person who is residing in a nursing home, has short-term memory loss, and whose identification is expired, the notary may face additional challenges in verifying their identity. Some options that the notary may consider include:
Requesting additional forms of identification, such as a Medicare card or a social security card. These documents may be easier for the signer to remember and provide to the notary.
Contacting the nursing home to confirm the identity of the signer. The nursing home staff may be able to provide information about the signer's identity, including their name, date of birth, and address.
Seeking the assistance of a disinterested third party, such as a nursing home staff member, to confirm the signer's identity. This person can act as a witness to the notarization process and provide additional information about the signer's identity.
Asking the signer to provide personal information that they may be more likely to remember, such as their date of birth or the name of their spouse.
It is important for notaries to be cautious when accepting identification and to use their discretion when determining the reliability of an identification. A notary who is unsure of the validity of an identification should request additional proof of identity or decline to notarize the document.
In summary, a notary in Ohio may accept a driver's license or state identification card issued by the Ohio BMV, a passport, a military identification card, or a government-issued identification card as acceptable forms of identification. In the case of an elderly person with short-term memory loss whose identification is expired, the notary may have to use additional measures to verify their identity, such as requesting additional forms of identification, contacting the nursing home, seeking the assistance of a disinterested third party, or asking the signer to provide personal information that they are more likely to remember. It is important for notaries to exercise caution and use their discretion when verifying the identity of a signer.
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