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Is a magistrate a notary?
No, a magistrate and a notary are two different roles. A magistrate is a judicial officer who presides over court proceedings, while a notary public is a person authorized to perform certain legal formalities such as witnessing signatures and certifying documents.
What is the difference between a notary public and a Canadian commissioner of oath?
A notary public can notarize signatures for documents here in the U.S. However in some cases an individual that resides in Canada and will not have access to a notary public. Some legal documents requires a notary public and in that case I would advise the Canadian to go to the nearest American notary public (possibly an Embassy).
Who can officially notarize documents in the US?
A Notary Public can notarize--find them at banks, in the phone book, ship and mail stores and so on. They are bonded and certified by the state, and it is legal for them to charge for the service.
Where can I get my documents certified?
You can get your documents certified at a notary public, a government office, or a consulate or embassy.
Can a notary public notarize family members documents in Arkansas?
Yes
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.
Can a notary public notarize documents for friends?
Yes, as long as the notary is not a part of what is being notarized. That is, they have no personal interest in the matter.
What does the Notary Public in California do?
A Notary Public is an officer designated by the State to witness to the signing of important documents and also oath administration. He is not authorised to participate in contention legal matters.
A notary works for an employer that prepare documents that need to be notarized. Can the notary prepare the documents as well and still notarize them?
It depends on the state, but most states do not permit a notary to engage in the practice of law unless the notary is an attorney. Preparing documents, meaning you create or modify the language of the documents, is generally considered the practice of law.
Can a pharmacist be a notary public?
Sure, if the pharmacist also happens to be a notary. Only a certified notary public can notarize documents. In the past many local pharmacies provided the services of a notary. It is unlikely that the modern chain stores continue that tradition. Most banks have a notary on staff.
The Benefits of Having a Notary Public At Your Business?
There are many instances when you will need to have business-related documents notarized. Contracts, bills of sale, vehicle titles and other important documents often require the stamp of a notary in order to be valid, and other documents do not require this stamp but are considered more reliable if they have it. Having documents notarized by a notary public who works for another company can get very expensive. Although the fee might seem minimal at first, it will really add up. Therefore, it is worth it to your company to have a certified notary public in the office. Sending someone to notary public school is not expensive, and it doesn't take very long either. Consider taking notary public classes yourself, or send a trustworthy employee; you won't regret it.
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.
