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Unsure as to what is being asked about -however- Notaries can only ceritfy that the signature being affixed to a document is the actual signature of the person signing it.

Notaries are NOT legal officials and sworn testimony made in ront of them, or sworn documents presented to them, are inadmissable.

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What is a person who is legally authorized as a public officer to witness and certify documents?

It sounds like you may be looking for a NOTARY. You must have photo ID, even if you are known to the person. Notaries are located in many places such as banks, printers, mortgage offices, etc.. Some charge a small fee. You can become a notary by contacting the secretary of state in which you reside. There are fees and education involved to do so.


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.


What is notery a common misspelling for?

The spelling "notery" is a common misspelling for the word notary. A notary is someone who is legally able to verify a person's identity on legal documents.


Is an affiant and a notary the same thing?

An affiant and a notary are not the same thing. An affiant is the person who signs an affidavit or statement. The notary (often called "notary public") is an official who witnesses the affiant's signature, often by affixing a seal of the state in which the notary is licensed. Note that a notary may not notarize his/her own signature. Therefore, even if an affiant (person who is signing a statement), a separate person who is licensed as a notary must witness and stamp the first affiant's signature. What the notary is notarizing is the person's signature--not the validity of any statement. Is this now clear as mud?


Can you notarize for a brother?

It is poor practice to notarize the documents of family members. In some States it is expressly forbidden. A notary should never notarize a document under which she/he would benefit. That would make the document vulnerable to challenge. You should check the laws in your state.

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Can notaries authenticate documents?

A notary can certify that a particular person signed a document.


What does the suffix notary mean?

The suffix "notary" typically refers to someone authorized to witness and certify documents, administer oaths, and take affidavits.


A notary may certify a copy of (slect all that apply)?

A notary may certify a copy of documents such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, and academic transcripts, provided they are presented in their original form. However, notaries typically cannot certify copies of public records, such as court documents, unless specifically authorized by state law. It's essential for notaries to follow the regulations and guidelines applicable in their jurisdiction regarding what documents they can certify.


What is a person who is legally authorized as a public officer to witness and certify documents?

It sounds like you may be looking for a NOTARY. You must have photo ID, even if you are known to the person. Notaries are located in many places such as banks, printers, mortgage offices, etc.. Some charge a small fee. You can become a notary by contacting the secretary of state in which you reside. There are fees and education involved to do so.


How can I certify a signature?

To certify a signature, you can have it notarized by a notary public. The notary will verify your identity and witness you signing the document, then stamp or seal it to confirm its authenticity.


Can a Texas notary certify a Last Will and Testament?

yes it will


What services does a notary public do?

A notary public verifies that a person is who they say they are. <><><> They certify that a signature is that of a given person- and they may certify that a copy of a document is a true copy of an original.


How can I use the post office to certify my documents?

To certify your documents using the post office, you can use their certified mail service. This involves sending your documents via certified mail, which provides proof of mailing and delivery. You can also request a return receipt for additional proof. Additionally, some post offices offer notary services for document certification.


Can a NY notary acknowledge documents for a Canadian resident?

The notary must be acceptable to the jurisdiction where the documents will be used for legal purposes. Therefore the Canadian citizen should check with the entity that will receive the documents to determine if the NY notary will be acceptable.


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.


Notary Documents presented for identification must be current or?

Or the notary should refuse to perform the notarization.


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.