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What if you notarized fraudulent documents innocently not knowing in Florida?
IN FLORIDA: The notary does not validate the document only the person who signs the document. And that person has to show ID and sign in the presence of the notary. There are rules and guidelines in Florida for what type of document can and cannot be notorized.
DOES a notarized document become a binding contract?
The notary seal and notary's signature does not make a document a binding contract. The signatures on a contract can be notarized. However, when a document if notarized, the notary is simply stating that to the best of their knowledge the signature is that of the person signing the document. In other words, the notary verifies a signature that they witness. A contract would be binding once the participants sign it in front of the notary and the document is notarized.
Can a notary revoke a notarized document?
yes
Can I ask a notary if they have notarized a document?
You are not entitled to details about documents the notary has acknowledged for other individuals.
In the state of Georgia does the notarized document expire when the notary stamp expires?
The notary stamp has no affect on the validity of the document. A notary is typically appointed for a period of a few years. No one has to go and get all their documents 're-notarized' to keep them valid.
Can a notary in Florida notarize in Georgia?
Yes, as long as the person signing the document is in the presence of the notary in FLORIDA, and that the notary wording complies with Florida law (i.e., it must say "STATE OF FLORIDA, COUNTY OF ______________" and have all other requirements of the Florida Statutes).
Is a notary legally binding?
A notarized document is not necessarily a legally binding document. A properly written and properly signed and propely notarized document may help you in court, but the only thing a notarized document proves is that the people who signed the document were who they said they were.
Can a Virginia Notary notarize a document that is to be recorded in another state if the document is signed and notarized in Virginia?
Yes, a Virginia Notary can notarize a document to be recorded in another state if the document is signed and notarized in Virginia. However, it is important to verify the specific requirements of the receiving state regarding out-of-state notarizations to ensure compliance.
Can an Illinois notary notarize a document that is to be recorded in another state if the document is signed and notarized in Illinois?
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Do all signers of a document have to be in front of notary?
Not necessarily. Those documents that require notarized signatures will have the requirement as part of the form.Added: The above is true in part - however - IF it is required that any signature(s) on the document be notarized, they MUST be signed in the physical presence of a Notary Public in order for them to attest that the signature was valid.
Can a notary notarize a document someone signed and mailed?
No. The whole point of a notary is to verify the identity of the person signing a document right there in the presence of the notary. Anyone could have sent the mailed document, therefore it cannot be notarized.
When does a notary expire?
No, unless it is stated otherwise on the notarized document. In cases of power of attorney all POA's become null and void upon the death of the grantor regardless of how the POA was implemented.
