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A Pennsylvania notary may refuse to notarize a document if the signer is not present in person, does not have proper identification, or appears to be under duress or incapacitated. They may also decline if the document is incomplete or if the notary has a conflict of interest. Additionally, if the notary suspects fraud or coercion, they are obligated to refuse the notarization.
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Notary Documents presented for identification must be current or?
Or the notary should refuse to perform the notarization.
can a notary in the state of florida refuse to service you because your document is not type written?
Yes they can. Notary Service is not considered a right, it is a service. Notary service can refuse service to anyone for any reason. I would try a bank that you are a customer with, this might be easier for you.
Can you lose a pa notary for a felony?
yes you can lose one.
Where do you sign a PA car title to sell it?
At a notary's office.
How do you become a notary in pa?
To become a notary in PA one must be at least 18 years old, be employed or a resident within the Commonwealth and must be a person of good integrity and character.
Can you notarize on a Sunday in New York state?
A New York State notary can refuse to notarize a document if he or she believes the document is fraudulent or that the signatory has not established his or her identity to the satisfaction of the notary, or if the signatory has not paid the $2 fee. A notary cannot refuse to notarize a document for discriminatory reasons.
Why does a notary refuse to notarize a will in Louisiana?
There are lots of reasons a notary can refuse to sign that will vary state to state. Please note that notary is allowed to refuse if the notary is not comfortable with any part of the transaction. Some common problems that result in a rejection are: Incomplete document, Signer is not lucid enough to sign, signer is not signing of their own free will, signer does not understand what they are signing, Document is hand-written, Document has improper markings, hand-writing, or changes/corrections on it, Improper identification of the signer, Incorrect number of witnesses, Incorrect type of notarization requested, Incorrect notary wording, Signer not present, Presented with a pre-signed document when notary needs to see the actual signing, etc.
Can a person be denied service by a notary?
Yes, a notary can refuse to provide service if the person does not meet the requirements or if the notary has reason to believe the document being notarized is fraudulent or improper. It is within the notary's discretion to deny service if they have concerns about the legality or ethics of the transaction.
Can a notary in NY notarize a PA car title?
Yes, as long as the vehicle will be re-titled in NYS. This note is from the central NYS DMV office: "The PA title will not be required to be notarized, but if you wish to have it notarized you can use either a PA or a NY notary." I also got a similar response from PennDOT. Once the title leaves their State, they don't require any notarization of the signatures.
Can a notary refuse to sign a document because the notary works in a bank and you are not an account holder at that bank in North Carolina?
Absolutely not. The title is Notary Public, not Notary Private. If the notary usually signs public documents as part of their workday, meaning the employer is aware and allows the notary to notarize for the public while at work (bank notaries typically have this authority), the notary must notarize for everyone with no conditions. If the notary usually does this service for free, the notary must do it for free for everyone with no conditions. Some notaries are employed to only notarize for their company, so this type of notary could refuse to notarize a document during their workday, but those notaries are in the back offices. Few things anger me as much as a bank notary public pulling the old "I can only notarize if you have an account" lie. This common situation is usually discussed in detail in the notary test materials themselves. The title is Notary Public. If you're motivated or angry enough, figure out which local agency oversees notaries, send for the notary rulebook and figure out how to properly report the bank-notary for being guilty of notary offenses.
Can you be employed by the federal government and be a pa notary?
Yes, you can be employed by the federal government and serve as a notary public, including as a Pennsylvania notary. However, you must ensure that there are no conflicts of interest between your federal employment and your duties as a notary. Additionally, you should follow all relevant regulations and guidelines pertaining to both roles. Always check specific agency policies to confirm compliance.
Can a NJ employee be a PA notary if they live in PA?
An employee working in New Jersey can hold a Notary Public from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, their state of residence. The question is - are documents she notarizes in NJ as part of her employment, legally recognized in NJ? For that info you will have to contact the employers legal staff or attorney -or- the NJ State Attorney General's Office for the OFFICIAL answer.
