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When Can a Notary Use Personal Knowledge to Identify a Signer?
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- Published: October 14, 2024
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Even if you know the signer, as a notary, always ask for ID to prevent fraud and protect yourself. See why it's essential to verify identity, even with familiar faces!
Does a Notary Need to See the Entire Document When Notarizing?
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- Published: October 7, 2024
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When asked to notarize a signature, should a notary review the entire document before performing the notarial act?
Notaries, Know the Perils of AI
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- Published: September 23, 2024
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Should America’s notaries public rely on artificial intelligence (AI) to help them learn and practice the proper procedures of performing notarial acts?
Notarization Tips: Don't Keep Copies of Notarized Documents, Use a Record Book (Journal)
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- Published: September 30, 2024
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Are you keeping copies of your customers' notarized documents to prove your accuracy? You might be violating their privacy! Discover the right way to protect yourself —without violating your customers' privacy.
Is a Notarization Valid Without the Notary Stamp on the Document?
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- Published: September 16, 2024
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When you think of a notary public, the first image that likely comes to mind is their distinctive stamp or embossed seal on a document. This mark is a widely recognized symbol of a notary's authority. But what happens if the stamp is missing? Does it render the notarization invalid?
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