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Jurat or Acknowledgment? A Notary's Quick Guide for Missing Certificate Wording
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- Published: September 14, 2026
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Jurat or acknowledgment? What’s the difference, and what should a notary do when a document has no notarial wording?
We’ve got the answers! Learn the basics of jurats and acknowledgments, and how to handle documents without notarial wording.
Top-Five Misconceptions About Notaries and Notarization
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- Published: September 7, 2026
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For over 380 years, notaries have played a critical role in preventing fraud and protecting document transactions. But their actual authority is often misunderstood. Here's what a notary can — and can't — do for you.
Strategies for Avoiding Notary Burnout
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- Published: August 24, 2026
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You're a notary that is constantly on the go, juggling schedules, traveling to appointments, managing paperwork, staying current on ever-changing state laws, and handling the occasional difficult signer. But when do you make time for you?
Brush Up on Your Notary Cyber-Security Hygiene
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- Published: August 31, 2026
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When's the last time you checked your passwords, software updates, or wi-fi habits? A quick refresher could protect your clients' sensitive data.
Oklahoma Notaries: What You Need to Know About SB1266
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- Published: August 17, 2026
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Oklahoma’s Senate Bill 1266 hardens the Sooner State’s notary public laws by adding imprisonment in the county jail for up to one year for the crime of pretending to have expertise in giving legal advice on immigration or citizenship matters.
The new law also clarifies fine amounts and provides the possibility of a convicted person being penalized with jail time, a fine or both.
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