WHAT IS A NOTARY PUBLIC*?

"A Notary Public is a public servant appointed by state government to witness the signing of important documents..."

NOTARY DUTIES AS DEFINED BY THE

CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF STATE:

 ✓ Ensuring that the document signer(s) appeared in person.

 ✓ Ensuring that the document signer(s) are appropriately identified.

 ✓ Administering an oath/affirmation, if/when required.

NOTARY PUBLIC IS REQUIRED TO:

 ✓ Deter fraud

 ✓ Validate a document's is execution is correct

 ✓ Create a formal record of the notary act performed

 ✓ Act as an impartial witness during document execution

 ✓ Ensure that minimum standards are met for document execution

* Notary Disclaimer: The information on this site does            not constitute legal advice; one should not consider this legal advice. This information is a general definition.