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There are three main ways in which a notary can verify the identity of someone BEFORE they notarize a document with that  signature: ID cards, personal knowledge, and using credible identifying witnesses. California, where I am commissioned, only allows ID cards and credible identifying witnesses. Other states may allow all three methods which are described below. (Notaries: check the laws in your state to see what's allowed). 
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