A legally acceptable id has which characteristic

A legally acceptable id has which characteristic

A legally acceptable ID typically has these characteristics(2024):

  1. Issued by a Government Authority: It must be issued by a recognized government authority, such as a national, state, or local government.
  2. Unique Identifier: It has a unique identifier, like an ID number, to distinguish it from other IDs.
  3. Contains Personal Information: It includes personal details like full name, date of birth, and sometimes gender.
  4. Clear Photo of the Bearer: It has a recent, clear photo of the holder for visual identification.
  5. Security Features: Includes security features to prevent counterfeiting, such as holograms, watermarks, or barcodes.
  6. Valid Expiry Date: It’s within its validity period, as expired IDs are generally not acceptable for legal purposes.
  7. Signature (if applicable): Some IDs include a signature to further verify identity.
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