I’d like to know what the rules are for accepting an expired driver’s license to identify a signer. — J. V., California
In California, if a driver’s license is expired, it can still be accepted if the license was issued within 5 years of the notarization date (Civil Code 1185).
For information on expired ID rules for Notaries in other states, please see our article and video "Can a Notary accept an expired ID?"
Hotline answers are based on the laws in the state where the question originated and may not reflect the laws of other states. If in doubt, always refer to your own state statutes. – The Editors
Confronted with a tricky notarization? Unsure how to proceed? NNA members have unlimited access to our expertly trained NNA Hotline consultants to help you with all of your notarial questions. Call 1-888-876-0827, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. PST; Saturday, 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST.