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Why get signed by a notary public?

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A notary witnesses and verifies (with legal identification required by the actually person who needs a notary verification or jurad) that the person signing a document that requires a notary is actually the legal person signing the document.

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Getting a document signed by a notary public adds an extra layer of authentication and credibility to the document. It verifies that the signers are who they claim to be and that they are signing the document willingly. This can be important for legal or business matters where proof of identity and consent is required.

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There is really very little money in being a notary public. Most "full-time notaries", and there aren't many of them, make their living by traveling and notarizing real estate documents. However, with the state of the current real estate market, even many of those notaries had to find additional full time jobs to supplement their income.

The only benefit of being a notary public (not a "public notary" as you originally stated in your request), is that you are a public officer of the state and a public servant. Notarial services are public services. If you are not into public service, this is probably not the right profession for you.

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Can a notary notorize a family member in Georgia?

No, in Georgia, a notary public cannot notarize a document for a family member. Notarizing a document for a family member can create a conflict of interest and compromise the notary's impartiality. It is recommended to find an independent notary public to notarize the document.


Who has a notary?

A notary public is a person authorized by the government to witness the signing of important documents and administer oaths. Generally, anyone who meets the state's requirements can become a notary public.


If a Notary Public does not personally witness a signature is the document legal?

If a Notary Public does not personally witness a signature, it may not be considered legally notarized. Notaries are responsible for verifying the identity of signers and witnessing the signing of the document to prevent fraud.


How do you address a notary?

You can address a notary by their title, such as "Notary" or "Notary Public," followed by their name if known. For example, "Hello Notary Smith." It is also appropriate to use "Mr." or "Ms." if you know their gender.


Can a document with a date in the pass be notorized?

It depends. There are two types of notarial acts - an acknowledgment and an oath. When a notary takes an acknowledgment, the signer of the document appears before the notary and declares that he/she signed the document voluntarily. It does not matter how long ago the person signed it, and it does not need to be signed in the notary's presence. However, the date on the notary's certificate must be the date that the person actually appeared before the notary and the notary signed his name and affixed his seal. When a notary administers an oath on a paper document such as an affidavit, the person must sign in the notary's presence. Therefore, the document must be dated the date that the person appeared before the notary, took the oath and signed the document. A notary can never back-date or post-date a notarial certificate. The day that the signer appears in person before the notary, and the notary affixes his/her seal or stamp, is the date that should go in the notary's certificate. If the document is being acknowledged rather than sworn to, the date the document was executed/signed by the original signer is irrelevant.

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Do you need a notary to sell a car?

You do not need a notary public to buy or sell a car, but make sure you have a clear, signed receipt for the sale.


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 is a notarable?

A contract which has been signed in the presence of a notary public. The signer provides identification to the notary, who then places his or her own signature on the document (usually along with an identifying stamp) to assert that the contract was actually signed by the named person.


Can a New York notary public notarize a spouse's signature?

As long as the document is signed in his/her presence, a notary can notarize just about anything. However, notarizations should not be performed by a notary public who is a party to the instrument or financially or beneficially interested in the transaction. The facts in each situation will determine whether the notary's action was proper.


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.


Who is supposed to sign the power of attorney?

In most states a power of attorney is signed by the principal, acknowledged before a notary public or signed by at least two witnesses.


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.


How can i file for power of attorney over my disabled mother in California?

Power of Attorney Forms are not filed with the State, instead you will have to download or get a form, have it signed by you and your mother in front of a public notary. You can find a public notary at every branch bank in the United States.


Who can sign an affidavit in Ontario Canada?

Usually an affidavid is a legal document and should be signed in the presence of a notary public. The notary public is a lawyer and will charge a small fee to witness your signature and affix a notary seal. If you cannot afford a lawyer you may qualify for legal aid through a community legal clinic.


If false identification is involved is the promissory note legally binding?

if it was signed before witnesses who signed the document and before a notary of the public then they can be material witnesses in a court case for reimbursment