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For each signature being notarized, acceptable identification must be presented. The following methods of identification are considered satisfactory evidence of identification for the State of California.

• A California driver's license or identification card issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Temporary IDs are not acceptable.
• A U. S. passport issued by the Department of State of the United States.
• A foreign passport stamped by Homeland Security.
  
• A driver's license or identification card issued by any other U. S. state provided it has a photograph, identifying number, physical description,
  and signature.
• A Mexican or Canadian driver's license provided it has a photograph, identifying number, physical description, and signature.
• A military identification card provided it has a photograph, identifying number, physical description, and signature.
• An inmate identification card issued by the Department of Corrections,
  if the inmate is in custody.
• Credible witness(es) with satisfatory evidence of identification.
  

Some documents being notarized must be accompanied by a copy of the signer's identification. Check with whomever prepared your document to determine if a copy of your identification is required.