Definition of diminutive. 1  1 grammar : a word, affix, or name usually indicating small size : a diminutive (see 2diminutive 1) word, affix, or name. 2  2 : one that is notably small : a diminutive individual.
Multiple Identification. While one identification document is sufficient to identify a signer, the Notary may ask for more. Fraudulent Identification. Identification documents are the least secure of the three methods of identification, because phony ID cards are common. The Notary should scrutinize each card for evidence of counterfeiting, or for evidence that it is a genuine card issued to an impostor.
A notarized copy is signed by a notary public (not to be confused with a notary in a civil law country-see Civil law notary). The certified copy is signed by a person nominated by the person or agency asking for it. Typically, the person is referred to as an authorised person.