To ensure a complete, secure, and lawful execution of every notarial act that you perform, follow the steps listed in this booklet. Consider these steps to be your notarization guide. Execute them in the same order every time you perform a notarial act.

To avoid improper placement, follow state guidelines and ensure that your seal is clearly visible and does not obscure any part of the document. Some states provide specific instructions on where to place the seal, while others allow more discretion.

Complete, sign and seal the notarial certificate. When completing the certificate, make sure it conforms to your state’s requirements and fill in the sections with the correct information. Then sign it and affix your official seal stamp or seal embossment. 4. Record your journal entry.

Affix Your Notary Seal or Stamp. The final step in notarizing a document is affixing your notary seal or stamp. This seal serves as official confirmation that you have performed the notarization, and it must meet the specific requirements set by your state. In most states, the notary’s seal must include the following information:

You'll learn how to properly use, clean and re-ink your Notary seal. Warning: Store your stamp at room temperature and keep exposed lettering away from sharp surfaces to avoid damage. Make sure the document is on a firm, flat surface.

2015年4月9日 · There are only a few states that give new Notaries practical tips for notarizing documents properly. Even states that have mandatory education requirements for commission applicants focus more on Notary law than Notary practice. To help the new Notaries in our community, here’s how to notarize a document in 5 steps:

2024年5月20日 · Place your notary stamp near your signature on the notarial certificate. Ensure that the stamp is clear and legible, and that all information, including your name, commission number, and state, is visible.

2024年4月3日 · Identifying signers is a crucial component of every notarization. The identification process ensures that signers are indeed who they claim to be. But what happens when the signer cannot provide an identification document such as a driver’s license or a passport? In such cases, a credible witness can step in to support the identification process.

2013年5月5日 · Using a self-inking notary stamp is the easiest way to inscribe the notary commission information on a document to be notarized; it is quick, easy, and neat.