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A credible witness is an individual who personally knows the signer and can vouch for the signer's identity to the Notary. The identity of a signer can be established by the oath of a single credible witness whom the notary public personally knows, ing to CA Civil Code section 1185(b)(1).

Certain documents must be witnessed (e.g. a deed executed by an individual). The witness should be physically present in the same location as the signatory and observe their signature.

A witness is there to help confirm the legality of the document being signed. A witness can usually be anyone, however, certain documents will need an authorised person to witness it. A statutory declaration is one such example as it needs to be witnessed by someone like a justice of peace.

Electronic witnessing is where a witness is physically present with the signer and witnesses the application of a signatory's electronic signature and then adds their own electronic signature to confirm that witnessing.

EWitness is an advanced feature of eSignature. It's easy to configure and use for all parties, including senders, signers and witnesses. If you already use eSignature, please contact your Account Manager to understand how you can get started with electronic witnessing with .

If you are signing something formal with the express authority of the intended signee, put 'p. p' before your signature, as it will advise the reader that you are signing on someone else's behalf. It is not advised to sign using this method for documents that are intended to be legally binding.

Yes, you can download the mobile app and create a free account directly within the app to get started. Signing is always free and you can send three free signature requests with your free account. Download the app today!

Witnesses must be of sound mind and have the capacity to witness. Witnesses must not be a beneficiary, or party of the legal document. Witnesses must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Witnesses must know the individual they're acting as a witness for a period of over a year.