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You may not be aware, but changes to Alabama's notary statutes will take effect on September 1, 2023. These changes affect many aspects of notary public law, including the commissioning and application process.
Happy Earth Day! This is a day to celebrate our planet and all that it provides for us. It is also a day to reflect on our impact on the environment and make a commitment to do better.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become part of daily life, offering efficiency and convenience across industries. But when it comes to notarizations, AI serves as a helpful tool—not a replacement for the human notary public.
Read more: Will AI Replace Notaries? Why AI Could Be a Notary’s Tool—Not Their Competition
Many notaries mistakenly believe that the notary bond protects the notary. However, this is not the case. The notary bond is designed to protect the public. If a claim is made against your bond, you are required to pay it back. Notary errors & omissions insurance protects the notary.
Read more: I have a notary bond. Do I want Errors and Omissions Insurance too?
Notaries, your official signature on a notarial certificate conveys the authority of your office and assures relying parties that the required formalities of notarization have been performed.
Read more: Notarial Certificate Tips – How You Sign Matters!
Notaries are public service-oriented and want to help, seasoned notaries understand that upholding the law is paramount. It's a delicate balance that can lead to conflicts when facing pressure to notarize against our better judgment.