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A doctor can be a notary, but has to apply and pass the test like anyone else. Doctors are not automatically notaries.
The rules and regulations under which Notarys operate may differ from state to state. If a Notary fails to require verification of the identity of a signatory to a mortgage they would be subject to the actions called for by the statutes of their state.
I am unsure what an "unlicensed" notary is. If a notary's commission has expired, that person is no longer a notary and cannot legally notarize documents. If a notary with an expired-commission notarizes a document, the expired-commission notary can face fines or jail-time. The legal status of the improperly notarized document varies from state to state. Asking an expired notary to work, via email or otherwise, is not a crime and does not necessarily constitute an attempt at fraud. If an uncommissioned notary is soliciting work, that person is committing fraud.
Only if they have received their notary commission from the Notary control board of their state. Nobody picks up a notary commission automatically with a job title. I believe that the answer above is incorrect. This will vary from state to state. For example in Minnesota legislators are automatic notary public as well attorneys.
It should be prominently displayed on your Commission paper or certificate.
If a notary violates any notary public law, they could face penalties such as fines, suspension, or revocation of their notary commission. Violations may include improper notarization, failure to properly identify signers, and unauthorized use of the notary seal. It's important for notaries to adhere to all laws and regulations to maintain their integrity and credibility.
A doctor could be a notary public only if they have received notary commission from the notary control board of the state they are in. A doctor would not pick this title up automatically when he/she becomes a doctor.
When notarizing a document, the notary has to include the date their commission expires. It has no bearing on the validity of the document.
No. Absolutely not. It is a requirement to have a VALID NOTARY SEAL to legitimize the document.
I'm not certain what the all purpose acknowlegement your speaking of is - however -A notary is basically only confirms the person signing the document has been identified as the person signing it (preventing forgery). The document can say anything...even "I swear the name signed below is not my name"... but the notary assures that signature is valid. Notarys do not confirm any legal power to the document or should even be concerned with it's contents.It is true that in some States a notary can also give a legal Oath.
That instrument would be invalid and the notary should be reported to the secretary of state's office.
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