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If the person who witnesses a signature is not present at the time of signing then the contract is no longer a legally binding document.

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Is it legal to witness a signature on a document if the signatory is not present?

Anyone who actually witnesses the person signing can be a signature witness. Only a notary can notarize the signature, and only if the document is signed in front of them.


How can you prove signature?

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If two people witness a will signing is that considered a legal will What are the basic requirements for a will to be legal in California?

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When you pp a signature do you sign your name or the person who you are signing for?

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What exactly is the job of a signing agent?

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If signing on behalf of others who is accountable for the contents of the letter?

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How can a notary notarize the signature of a person who lives out of the state?

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Where does the witness sign under the person's signature on a release and discharge paper?

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How do you prove that a person has done a signature?

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What are the responsibilities of signature witness?

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When you use FOR in signature?

on behalf of another person which is not present at the moment.