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Is the notary stamp above the signature?
The appropriate location for the notary stamp is to the side or immediately underneath the notary's signature. The stamp should never be above the signature.
Where does the notary stamp go?
The stamp goes next to or near the notary's signature. It should NOT cover any text or signature on the document, including the notary's signature and the stupid "notary seal goes here" statement.
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.
What should a complete notarial acknowledgment include in Nebraska?
A complete notarial acknowledgment in Nebraska should include the following elements: the signature of the individual acknowledging the document, the date of the acknowledgment, the notary's signature, and the notary's official seal or stamp. Additionally, the acknowledgment must identify the document being acknowledged and confirm that the signer appeared before the notary and acknowledged their signature. The notary should also include their name and commission expiration date.
Can you sue a Notary for notarizing your signature without you being present?
Tell your state's licensing board . . . that notary should lose his/her license.
Where can a notary stamp?
In most U.S. states, a notary can only affix their stamp or seal next to or underneath their signature in a notarial certificate of acknowledgment or a jurat. Notaries can not simply "sign and stamp" without appropriate notary wording already provided on the document. The stamp goes next to or near the notary's signature. It should NOT cover any text or signature on the document, including the notary's signature.
If a Notary Public does not personally witness a signature is the document legal?
If the document requires an acknowledgment in order for it to be legal then the answer is no. A notary who acknowledges a document that was not signed in her/his presence is in violation of the law and should be reported to the state attorney general or to the court of jurisdiction.
Notorizing a forged signature?
If the notary is aware the signature is a forgery they are in violation of the law. The violation should be brought to the attention of the district attorney's office.
Can an notary notarize for her ex husband?
A Notary Public (at least in Illinois--I have not researched the issue regarding other states) may notarize any signature other than his or her own. That said, in some communities, such a notarization is considered to be inappropriate (though not ineffectual). It would be vulnerable to challenge if the notary derives any benefit from the document.
Can a notary sign for a document sign of a person not capable to understand what their doing?
No, a notary should not sign a document on behalf of a person who is not capable of understanding what they are doing. Notaries are responsible for verifying the identity and willingness of the signer. Signing on behalf of someone who is unable to comprehend the document's contents would be unethical and could result in legal consequences.
How do you prove that a person has done a signature?
A notary public or two unbiased witnesses should sign the document underneath the signature in question. These people need to be physically present when the document is signed. If it is too late to have the document witnessed or notarized, you can subpoena a signature sample to create a comparison (assuming there is a court case).
What should a complete notarial certificate include?
It depends on the state. In Florida, notarial certificates must include: 1. the venue (i.e. State of Florida, County of ___________) 2. the type of act performed, evidenced by the words "sworn" or "acknowledged" 3. a statement that the signer personally appeared (using the words "before me") 4. the exact date the notarial act was performed 5. the name of the person whose signature is being notarized 6. whether the signer is personally known to the notary or produced ID, and if they produced ID, the specific type of ID produced 7. the notary's official signature 8. the notary's commissioned name, printed, typed or stamped underneath the signature (if stamped, it must be a stamp separate from the official seal) 9. the notary's official seal, either affixed to the side or underneath the signature Most states do not require this much information, but all certificates must indicate the type of act performed, the words "before me", the date, the notary's official signature, and, if required, the notary's official seal.
