What biometric identifier are you prohibited from recording in your notary journal?

The correct answer is that you are prohibited from recording a fingerprint in your notary journal. In many jurisdictions, including Illinois, the law restricts notaries from capturing and storing certain sensitive personal data to protect the privacy of individuals. While some notaries may be allowed to use fingerprints for verifying identity in specific situations, recording them in a notary journal can raise significant privacy concerns.

On the other hand, signatures, photographs, and ID numbers can often be included in a notary journal as they serve essential purposes for identification and verification during the notarization process. Signatures and photographs are common practices, and documenting an ID number is standard to ensure proper record-keeping of the identification used during the transaction. The restriction on recording fingerprints stresses the importance of maintaining a balance between security and personal privacy.