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How do you verify a document has been notarised or not meaning if it is a real notary or fake one?
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Ask the notary that witnessed the document. In most states, they are registered with the county, or the state. If you think someone used a fake notary stamp to forge a document, check with the police, courts, or the legal person that has an interest in the document that was filed.
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Can a notary notarize a document someone signed and mailed?
No. The whole point of a notary is to verify the identity of the person signing a document right there in the presence of the notary. Anyone could have sent the mailed document, therefore it cannot be notarized.
What if a non notary closed a loan without a notary present but notary witnessed customes but not actually signing what legal ramifications can occur?
The job of the notary is to verify that the person signing a document is who they say they are. Some documents require that the notary see the actual signing and some merely require the notary to verify ID. The legal ramifications of an improper or invalid notarization are that the document can be challenged more easily in court, may be completely invalid without a proper notarization, the notary could be sued/fined/charged for improperly notarizing a document, the transaction may be declared void, and other bad things.
When someone has a prenuptial agreement notarized is a legal copy filed somewhere by the notary public?
No, all a notary public does is sign to verify that they watched you sign the document and verified that it was actually you signing it.
What words should a notary use to verify a signature only?
A notary uses the words "Subscribed and sworn before me this_____ day of______." All a notary public verifies is that the person personally appeared before them with valid ID, and signed the document in front of the notary. That is all a notary public verifies.
Can a notary notarize a document if the signatures are not present?
Yes it may. However - then the authenticity of the signature COULD be questioned at a later time (i.e.: Did THAT particular person REALLY sign the document?) whereas signing in the presence of a Notary Public would eliminate that question.
Does it constitute a fraudulent act if a notary validates a document when only one signer is present and the other signer has not been personally identified?
A notary is only required to verify the signature of the actual person signing the document for which the notarization is required. Any other names or signatures on the document does not become the notary's responsibility unless the notary is notarizing each and every signature on the document. In that particular case, then all the signatories must be present and must sign the document in the presence of the notary. Most notarized documents are designed to have only one signature for a notary to notarize.
Does a notary have to know what is in the document he is notorizing?
Yes and no. The notary does not need to read every word of the document, and can not advise you as to the legality of the document. However, the notary does have to scan over the document for several purposes: (1) to ensure that there are no blank spaces; (2) to determine which type of notarial act is necessary; (3) to record the document description in his or her journal; (4) to ensure that the document does not require the notary to perform an act he is not authorized to do; (5) to determine that the underlying transaction does not appear to be fraudulent on its face. A notary need not be a lawyer and is not expected to know the detailed contents of a document. A notary does not need to know what a document says, what a document does, or whether the document is legal. A notary cannot tell you what kind of notarization your document requires. The document is presented to the notary, the notary crosses out any blank or incomplete areas, verifies the identities of the signers/signatures, and then performs a notarial act - either an acknowledgment or an oath - and that's it. If the document appears to be blatantly fraudulent or the notary suspects fraud or duress, the notary can refuse the notarizaton. The purpose of a notary is to verify that the person executing the document is signing it voluntarily, or that he/she took an oath that the contents of the document are true and correct. Notarization also verifies the identity of a person who appears before the notary, or that a copy of a document is true to the original. The purpose of having a document notarized is either (1) to assure that the people signing said document did so willingly or swore that the document is correct, and that they are who they say they are or (2) to assure people that a copy of a document is a true copy of the original. An affidavit, a type of notarized statement, is similar to speaking in court. Upon signing an affidavit, the signer swears by oath or affirmation that the words in the document are his/her words. The notary verifies that the person is who they claim to be and must witness the signature hitting the paper.
If a notary notarizes a financial power of attorney that is later contested what is the notary's liability?
The notary's only responsibility when notarizing a power of attorney is to verify the signer's identification, and to ensure that the signer is executing the document voluntarily and understands the document. As always, the signer must be in the notary's physical presence at the time the notarization is performed. If these requirements are not met, the notary could be held liable for the full amount of his or her surety bond for failing to properly exercise his or her duties of office.
Does a notary seal on a document certify that the contents on the document are correct and true?
The answer is no. A notary only verifies that the person signing it, to be known or has shown proof of whom that person is. There is an oath that can also be used to verify along with any other means available that the signer is who they say they are. The signer is the one that must agree that the contents are true and correct before signing. Read up on Notaries in the notary section at a library for better details. Be careful to know what the laws are. Even notaries make mistakes. Know the laws for you and your area. Have a great day. vrc57.
i bought a last will and testament packet and i need to know can a notary public verify the information and notarize it and it becomes legal and stand-up in court.?
In the state of Louisiana it is required that a notary public notarize a last will and testament, which ensures the document will be self-proving; however, the notary cannot provide you will legal advice regarding the will.
how do you format for a notarized paper?
To format a notarized paper, include a heading with the title "Notarized Statement" at the top of the document. Below this, provide the details of the statement or agreement, leaving space for the notary's seal and signature. End with a signature line for the individual making the statement, followed by the date. Ensure there is ample space for the notary to verify and sign the document.
Is there a book that explains how to notarize each kind of document?
You don't notarize a document. You notarize a signature. It is the same procedure regardless of the type of document. 1) Verify that the person whose name appears on the signature line is the person that appears in front of you. 2) Observe the person signing the document. 3) Stamp your notary symbol and sign as notary.Added: If you are granted Notary powers by your state you will be issued complete instructions on exactly how to perfrom the duties of your postiion
