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Common Misconceptions of Notarial Acts
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- Published: December 27, 2019
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Notarial terminology and phrases can get confusing especially for a first-time notary. To make it easier for notaries joining the business and a refresher for the veteran notaries, we have created a list of terms and their definitions.
Keeping Up With Your Notary Commission Part I
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- Published: December 27, 2019
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Notaries have a legal and professional responsibility to “keep up” with their commission status and notary tools. Changes in personal information, criminal history, or eligibility to hold office are all details that must be reported.
Keeping Up With Your Notary Commission Part II
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- Published: July 13, 2017
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Notary stamp, embossing seal, and record book requirements vary across states. It is critical for every Notary Public to know his or her state’s specific seal requirements, and adhere to them. The responsible management of your notary seal and record book is an important aspect of “Keeping Up With Your Commission.”
What Is A Notarial Certificate?
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- Published: December 27, 2019
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The notarial certificate is a written statement, signed and sealed by the notary public, certifying the facts of a notarial act. The two most common notarial acts a notary will be asked to perform are administering oaths and taking acknowledgments. Oaths and acknowledgments are two different notarial acts, therefore each will require its own certificate wording. Always check with your state’s commissioning authority to make sure you use acceptable notarial language.
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