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Staying Safe as a Notary Public

Details: Published: March 9, 2016; Notary Law

In today's fast-paced business world, mobile notaries are relied on more and more each year. Mobile notaries provide a valuable service while offering convenience to their clients. It is important to remember that your safety should never be compromised, no matter the job. Here are a few simple things to always keep in mind when traveling to meet potential document signers.

What Constitutes Legal Advice? A Notary’s Guide

Details: Published: November 19, 2024; Notary Law

Revised 11/19/24

What to Do When Names Don't Match

Details: Published: December 2, 2015; Notary Law

Notaries often face situations where the name on a signer's ID does not exactly match the name on the document being signed. This issue is common, especially if someone recently married or divorced and has not updated their ID or if they use nicknames socially but their legal name is on the documents. Here's how notaries can resolve these issues:

The Difference Between Acknowledgments and Jurats

Details: Published: December 18, 2024; Notary Law

In America, the two notarial acts most often performed for a document signer are the acknowledgment; and the jurat (also called a "verification" on oath or affirmation).