A notary confirms the identity of the signer using government-issued photo identification, such as a driver’s license or passport.
They must confirm that the signer is acting of their own free will and is not being coerced or intimidated.
A notary may require the signer to take an oath or affirmation, which is a sworn statement that the contents of the document are true.
They are responsible for completing the notarial certificate on the document and applying their seal and signature to the correct place.
Notaries keep a detailed journal of each notarization, including the signer’s information, which is a crucial record of the act
Some notaries can certify that a copy of a document is a true and accurate reproduction of the original.
Notaries keep a detailed journal of each notarization, including the signer’s information, which is a crucial record of the act
A notary must remain impartial and cannot have a personal interest in the document or a direct benefit from its contents.
Notaries are not lawyers and are prohibited from giving legal advice unless they are also a licensed attorney.
