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In the U.S., the notary's stamp or seal is affixed next to their signature or immediately underneath their signature, in the appropriate notarial certificate. Notaries can not simply "sign and stamp" without appropriate notary wording already provided on the document.
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What are chamberized documents?
Chamberized documents are documents you have to get a notary stamp from the Chamber of Commerce on. Example, Saudi Arabia requires customs invoices to have the chamber seal on them.
Is there any difference between a notary stamp and a notary seal?
In many states, a notary stamp is the notary seal. In general, people use "notary seal" as a reference to an embossing/raised seal. However, some states require notaries to use stamps rather than embossers, and in these areas it is common to refer to the stamp as a "notary seal".
Must a notary's seal be an embossed seal?
Yes. As a notary I have a seal and a stamp that I use when I notarize papers. It is sent to a notary once they have gone through a fingerprint check and giving an oath.
What does a notarized signature look like?
Notarized Signatures are merely a signature that has been signed in front of a Notary Public. The Notary then signs beneath and stamps the document with a Notary Seal, which informs everyone the signature has been 'validated' as being the actual signature of the individual(s) who are signing the document. They appear something like this: Before me, a notary public in and for the said County and State, personally appeared the above named (Signer's Name) who acknowledged that he/she did sign the foregoing instrument and that the same is his/her free and voluntary act and deed. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal this _____ day of ________, 200____. ___________________________________ Notary Public My commission expires _______________________ {NOTARY SEAL} If you need your signature notarized keep in mind that most Notary Public usually charge a small fee for notarizing documents. Most banking institutions will also have a Notary that can notarize signatures on documents. Some banks will offer this service to it's customers for free. You shouldn't have to spend more than a few bucks to get something notarized.
What is the purpose of a notary's seal?
The purpose of getting something notarized is usually to make sure that the person signing a document is the person they say they are. The seal is issued by the state to a specific notary after a background check, so the notary is also identified on the document ... if there's any problem with the document, the notary's records can be checked.
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?
No, a notary public cannot prepare or draft the documents that they will later notarize. It is considered a conflict of interest and goes against the ethical responsibilities of a notary. Their role is to verify the identity of the individuals signing the documents and ensure that the signing process is conducted legally.
Is Any person who willfully uses the Notary's seal guilty of impersonating a Notary?
YES
Do you capitalize notary public?
No, not unless it's referring to something like the Notary Seal.
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.
Notary Documents presented for identification must be current or?
Or the notary should refuse to perform the notarization.
What is a notary public liability for certifying a fake documents?
A notary public can be fined up to $1,500 for certifying fake documents. They will also likely lose their license.
