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Can a notary sign for mother-in-law?
only if the notary has no gainful interest in the document they are notarizing.
Do declarations need to be notarized?
No, declarations do not need to be notarized, but notarizing them can add credibility and validity to the document.
What does an expiration date by a notary mean on a Power of Attorney?
When notarizing a document, the notary has to include the date their commission expires. It has no bearing on the validity of the document.
Can a notary in Georgia notarize a document for a family member?
A notary does not notarize a document. A notary notarizes a signature. The notary is not prohibited from notarizing a family member's signature.
Can a notary notarize a document for family member in Georgia?
A notary does not notarize a document. A notary notarizes a signature. The notary is not prohibited from notarizing a family member's signature.
Can a notary notorize a document for a ill family member?
No. Most states specifically prohibit notaries from notarizing the signatures of their immediate family. Even in states where it is not specifically prohibited, notarizing the signature of a family member almost always creates a conflict of interest in which the notary can not notarize.
How do you fill in the blanks when notarizing documents?
A notary will fill in the date the document in question is notarized, the date of his or her expiration and the county and state in which they operate. They will sign after the document is signed in their presence.
What county is used when notarizing a document?
When notarizing a document, the county referred to is typically the county where the notary public is commissioned and where the notarization takes place. This is important because the notary's authority is tied to their commission, which is granted by a specific state and county. Therefore, the notarization should include the name of that county to ensure it is legally valid.
Can a notary notarize a legal document before the document is actually signed?
It depends on what they are notarizing for, if your signature? Then you better be there to sign the documents and prove you are who you say you are. They don't have to stamp and seal "in front" of you, but they had to see you sign and proof of ID. But if they are notarizing for something else, then it might not need to be done in front of you, or even with you there. It could be done a different day and sent to you in the mail for some type of judgment or other decree and been stamped and sealed for a legal testament.
Can a notary notorize a family member in Georgia?
Oh, what a lovely question! In Georgia, it's best for a notary to avoid notarizing documents for family members to maintain impartiality and avoid any conflicts of interest. But don't worry, there are plenty of other notaries who can help your family member with their document needs. Just a happy little reminder to always follow the guidelines to keep things nice and smooth.
What does AD mean when notarizing a document?
"AD" on a notarized document typically stands for the Latin phrase "Anno Domini," meaning "In the year of our Lord." It is commonly used as a reference to the Christian calendar year.
Can a Georgia notary notarize a proof of service for her husbands business?
I may be wrong but I believe that Notaries Public (in general) are prohibited from certifying/notarizing documents for family members. If they aren't in your particular state, it's still not a good idea because if the document is challenged it leaves doubt as to the validity of the notarizing.
