Notary Public

A notary public is a government-appointed official who serves as an impartial witness during the signing of essential documents. A notary public’s primary responsibility is to verify the authenticity of signatures, administer oaths, and certify that the signers are who they claim to be.

Notaries public play a crucial role in legal and commercial transactions by providing documents with an official seal of authenticity. They aid in preventing fraud and ensuring the validity and integrity of signed documents. Commonly notarized documents include contracts, affidavits, powers of attorney, deeds, and loan agreements.

Typically, when functioning as a notary, the public official verifies the identity of the signers by examining their identification documents, such as passports or driver’s licenses. They may also administer oaths or affirmations to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the document’s information.

The notary will apply their official seal or stamp to the document to show that it has been notarized. Once the notary is satisfied with the authenticity of the signature and the identification procedure. The seal serves as proof that the documents has been property executed and it is ready for court.

Note:  It is important to mention that the duties and powers of the public notaries can vary by State.  All things considered the notary primary function reminds unchanged.  Which is being an impartial witness during the signing of essential documents.