Recognizing the Importance of Proper Notarization

Question 1

Notary Public

Answer 1

Commissioned by the state to serve the public as an official, impartial witness; help prevent fraud.

Question 2

Notarization

Answer 2

The official process that certifies what has been done as true. One’s official signature and Notary seal confirms one’s certification.

Question 3

If a document is notarized correctly, what does it mean?

Answer 3

• The document becomes more reliable when notarized.
• Ensures trust that the signer is who he/she says they are
• A signer swears that the document is true
• A copy of the document is exactly the same as the original