If that family member in any way would benefit from the POA or have any interest in the appointment of the chosen attorney-in-fact then they should not notarize the POA. In fact, it would be better to have it notarized by a disinterested third party to avoid any future challenges to the actions taken under the powers of the POA by the attorney-in-fact.
Not if it is executed under Probate Code 4121 and witnessed by two persons under 4122, and is not a durable power of attorney and does not grant powers for extended health care directives.
Yes, not only does a notary need to sign and seal the power of attorney form, but in California the notary needs to authorize a notary addendum.
If you are a notary, yes, you can notarize a document. The specifics will be in your state's notary statute.
No. Absolutely no.
The authority to notarize is granted by the state. If the documents are signed in West Virginia, the notary can notarize them.
A Commissioner of Deeds is a Notary. So, the answer is Yes.
Notarize letter of guardianship and power of attorney
Someone who has no legal capacity, e.g. a person who is mentally incapable, a minor, etc.
It is important that the notary is not related in any way to the client.
That would not be considered proper. You are essentially saying that you are verifying that you are getting something. It could be contested in court.
no.
A New York notary can notarize anything executed in New York. They cannot do so in another state.
Not enough information is given with which to answer the question. WHAT kind of "agent" is being referred to? However this general statement can be made; an individiual acting under a "power of attorney" CANNOT notarize any documents bearing their own signature. In other words, they cannot sign something acting in their capacity as a POA and then, if they also happen to be a Notary Public, they cannot notarize that same document.
If the documents are signed in Kentucky. Otherwise you need to find a notary in Ohio.
Most banks offer notary services for their customers. They may charge a small fee for non-customers.