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Is it illegal for a notary public to fill out an all purpose acknowledgement?
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∙ 16y ago
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.
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What is purpose of acknowledgement before a notary public in signing a deed?
To ensure that the person who is signing their name to the document ACTUALLY IS that person.
Can a notary back date an acknowledgement if the person who needs the notary also back dates?
No, a notary public should never backdate an acknowledgement. The date on the notarial certificate must reflect the actual date the notarization takes place. Backdating can be considered illegal and unethical. It is the responsibility of the notary to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the notarial act.
Can a cpa notarize a document in the US?
In most states, a CPA does not have the authority to notarize documents. Notarization requires a notary public, who is a designated public official. It is important to use a licensed notary public for this purpose.
What is the singular possessive of notary public?
The possessive form of the singular noun notary public is notary public's.example: This form requires a notary public's signature.
Can a sale be void if the document is not signed in front of a Notary Public?
Yes, for real estate documents in particular. However, local regulations may provide for "acknowledgement" of an existing signature by the signatory, where such acknowledgement is stated to a notary under the proper conditions (evidence of signatory identity, statement of location and date where signature was made, sworn under oath, etc).
Can someone be sued over a personal agreement even if it was not notarized under Ohio law?
See: > http://www.akronbar.org/contentindex.asp?ID=48 <.... which states in part; "A notary is a public officer appointed by the Ohio Secretary of State. Administering oaths, certifying affidavits, taking acknowledgement, taking depositions and recording notarial protests are among the official duties of a notary public. (An Acknowledgement is a formal declaration by a person executing a document, made to a Notary Public, which the person signing the document is doing so freely and voluntarily for the purpose set forth in the document. Certain documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, powers of attorneys, and certain other instruments, must be acknowledged in the presence of a Notary Public (notarized) to be legally sufficient. However, certain documents are not required to be acknowledged or notarized, but are done so merely to insure their authenticity.)" As you can see, the notary only affirms that the document was signed freely and voluntarily. Unless the agreement is being challenged on the grounds that it was coerced, or that there is a challenge as to the validity of the signature, it does not appear that there are grounds to abrogate the agreement.
In Canada where can you find a notary public?
A law enforcement officer is a notary public.
What is abbreviation of notary public?
I do not believe that there is an accepted abbreviation for the designation of "Notary Public."
Can a notary public notarize a will?
If that accountant is also a notary public, then yes.
Can an acknowledgement be edited?
You have not explained the nature of the editing or the party who wants to do the editing.The notary public laws may vary in different jurisdictions. Generally, once a document has been acknowledged by a notary it cannot be altered or changed in any way. Corrections can be made to recorded documents by executing an affidavit, for example, if the expiration date was recited incorrectly on the acknowledgement. You should seek the advice of an attorney or notary and not edit any acknowledged document. You would render that document as void.
In Canada who can sign as a notary public?
Only a notary public can sign. Often Lawyers are also Notary Publics as well.
Is a warranty deeds notary any different from a regular notary public?
There is no such thing as a "warranty deeds notary". A notary public in the U.S. can notarize any document.
