Frequently Asked Questions

What is a notary and what does a notary do?

A notary is a public officer who has statewide jurisdiction to certify documents that are not recordable in public records.

A notary must verify the identity of the person signing the document, who must do so under his or her own free will.

How do I prepare for a notary appointment?

Make sure you have acceptable government issued identification and the form to be notarized.

A good practice is to wait until you meet with the notary to sign the document because some documents must be signed in the presence of the notary.

What documents can be notarized?

Acknowledgements
Jurats
Certified Copies
Power of Attorney
Will and Testaments
Car Title Transfers
Court Documents
School Documents

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