Employers must retain completed I-9 forms for 3 years after the date of hire OR 1 year after employment termination, whichever is later. This means an employee hired on January 1, 2023, and terminated on June 30, 2024, requires I-9 retention until January 1, 2026 (3 years from hire date), not July 1, 2025 (1 year from termination). The "whichever is later" rule ensures long-term employees who leave before the 3-year mark still have their I-9 retained for 1 year post-termination, while short-term employees who leave within months of hire still have their I-9 retained for the full 3 years from hire date. Early destruction or loss of I-9 forms before the required retention period expires triggers automatic penalties of $288 to $2,861 per missing form during ICE audits, even if the original I-9 was completed correctly.

The retention requirement applies to all I-9 forms regardless of whether the employee was full-time, part-time, seasonal, or temporary, and includes all supporting documentation such as copies of identity documents (if the employer chose to retain them), reverification records (Section 3), and any notes or correspondence related to the I-9 completion process. Employers must store I-9 forms separately from personnel files and ensure they are readily accessible for ICE inspection—typically within 3 business days of receiving a Notice of Inspection. Digital storage is permitted if the system maintains data integrity, prevents unauthorized alterations, and can produce readable paper copies on demand. Many employers struggle with I-9 retention compliance due to poor tracking systems that don't automatically calculate retention deadlines or flag forms eligible for destruction.

Lake Mead Mobile Notary provides I-9 verification services with detailed record-keeping support that helps Las Vegas and Henderson employers maintain compliant I-9 files. When our mobile notaries complete Section 2 as authorized representatives, we provide employers with date-stamped verification records that clearly document hire dates and retention deadlines, making it easier to manage the 3-year/1-year rule. We also offer guidance on Henderson area businesses regarding digital I-9 storage solutions and audit preparation strategies that ensure your I-9 forms remain accessible and compliant throughout the entire retention period.

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Nevada notary law requires valid, government-issued photo identification for all document signers. For RV, boat, and vehicle title transfers or bill of sale notarizations in Boulder City, we accept the following unexpired photo IDs: Nevada driver's license or state ID card, U.S. passport or passport card, military ID (active duty or retired with photo), out-of-state driver's license (if currently valid), and permanent resident cards (green cards) with photos.

The ID must display your current legal name, photograph, signature, and be issued by a government agency. Expired IDs cannot be used for notarization even if recently expired. If your name on the ID doesn't match the name on the bill of sale or title due to marriage, divorce, or legal name change, bring supporting documentation such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order showing the name change.

Both buyer and seller must present valid IDs when both signatures require notarization. For vehicle sales specifically, ensure the name on the seller's ID matches the name on the current title exactly. Discrepancies can cause Nevada DMV to reject the transfer. If you have questions about your specific ID situation, call us at (702) 748-7444 before your appointment.

We bring ID verification tools and expertise in Nevada notary identification requirements, ensuring your Boulder City vehicle sale documents are properly executed for smooth DMV processing.