Understand Notarization Basics Flashcards
Explain what notarization can and cannot certify Name the most common notarial acts in your state State the purpose of each act List the 5 steps of most notarizations
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Notarization can certify
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- The signature on a document is genuine
- The signer of a document acted willingly
- The signer agreed to the terms of the document
- The signer made a statement under oath
- A copy is an accurate reproduction of the original
- A document was signed on a specific date
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Notarization cannot certify
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- What’s in the document as true
- “Legalize” or “validate” a document
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Type of Common Notarial Acts
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- Acknowledgements
- Jurats
- Copy Certifications
- Signature Witnessing
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Acknowlegments
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- Identify the signer
- Have the signer acknowledge that he/she signed the document
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Jurats
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- Identify the signer
- Have the signer swear or affirm that the statements in the document are true
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Copy Certification
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Certify that a copy is an accurate reproduction of the original
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Signature Witnessing
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- Identify the signer
- Certify that the signature belongs to him/her
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5 Steps of Notarization
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- The signer personally appears before you
- Review the document
- Screen the signer and verify the facts of the notarization
- Record the notarization in a notary journal
- Complete, sign, and seal the Notary certificate
