What must be recorded in the notary journal when using a credible witness?

• A. The oath of the witness and the witness's name as means of ID
• B. The weather
• C. The signer’s favorite color
• D. The time of day

Answer: (A)

When a credible witness is used, the journal entry must capture the sworn testimony of that witness and who the witness is. The notary administers an oath or affirmation to the credible witness to vouch for the signer’s identity, and the journal should record that the oath was given and the witness’s name as a means of identifying the signer. This creates a verifiable link showing the signer appeared and was identified through the credible witness. Other details like weather or a favorite color aren’t part of the required record for this situation, whereas the oath and the witness’s name are the essential items documented.