Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Notary Public?

A notary public is an official authorized by the state to witness the signing of important documents, verify identities, and help prevent fraud.

Can a Notary draft legal documents or give legal advice?

No, a notary public cannot prepare legal documents or provide legal advice unless they are also a licensed attorney.

Do I need to be present for the notarization?

Yes, the person signing the document must appear in person before the notary to verify their identity and sign in their presence.

What types of documents can a Notary notarize?

Notaries can notarize a variety of documents, including affidavits, contracts, real estate documents, wills, power of attorney forms, and more.

Does notarizing a document make it legally binding?

Notarization verifies identity and prevents fraud, but it does not make a document legally enforceable on its own.

Can a Notary refuse to notarize a document?

Yes, a notary can refuse to notarize a document if the signer lacks proper identification, appears to be under duress, or if the document is incomplete.

Do you have an office I can visit to avoid the travel fees?

No, we are strictly a mobile notary service. We drive to all of our clients to meet them at the most convenient time and location for them. 

How long does a notarization appointment take?

A typical appointment takes between 10-15 minutes. Appointments can take longer if the documents are incomplete or if the signer does not have acceptable identification. 

What types of identification do I need for my appointment?

The notary public can establish the identity of the signer using one of the following identification documents:

If I do not have a valid ID, can I still have my document(s) notarized? 

If you do not have valid ID at the time of your appointment, you can use TWO credible witnesses.  A credible witness is someone who personally knows the signer and can vouch for the signer's identity to the Notary.  The credible witnesses will need to provide their valid ID's and sign the Journal of Notarial Acts.

Can a Notary verify that the language in legal documents is correct? 

No, a Notary's role is to verify the identity of the document signer, that the signer is coherent and to ensure that the signer is not being forced or coerced into signing the document. As Notaries, we are tasked with: