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“Notaries witness signatures.”

That’s the number-one answer most people give when asked, “What is the function of a Notary Public?”

Well indeed, Notaries witness signatures! But the context in which they do so dictates which actions are required of them.

Perhaps this has happened to you… a person presents a handwritten document or letter with no notarial “certificate” language on it, but they ask for their signature to be notarized. Knowing the proper steps to take, as a notary, can help prepare you to handle this situation with ease.

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself during a notarization, especially when it comes time to speak, you’re not alone. Many notaries, especially new or rarely practicing ones, aren’t always sure what to say during a verbal ceremony. But the verbal ceremony portion of a notarization isn’t optional—it’s an essential element.

Some Notaries don’t realize that the verbal ceremony is a vital part of every notarization involving a signature on a document. To help you remember the verbal ceremonies you should perform, we’ve provided the wording of each one to keep, as a reference.

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That's a great question, because it's your job to make sure all the info on your stamp is correct.

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