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(1)Your notary commission is NOT transfereable from one state to another state. But, you can sometimes become a notary w/commissions in 2 states.
(2) Only your state sets the rules that govern you as a notary, not other states. Notary law varies from state to state.
(3) You may not notarize before filing your oath & bond in most states. This is inexpensive and fast. Then you are legit!
(4) A felony or crime involving dishonesty generally disqualifies you from being a notary, but some misdemeanors are allowed!
(5) If the signer has no ID, use a credible witness - a person who is known to the notary and the signer. Okay in most states.
(6) If you don't know a credible witness, you can use two credible witnesses to identify a signer in many states!
(7) Credible witnesses must provide ID to the notary, sign the notary journal, and swear to the identity of the signer... easy!
(8) The signature date on a document can NEVER be later than the notarization date. Signers can sign before they see the notary though.
(9) 65%+ of lawsuits against notaries are from deeds. Its best to get a journal thumbprint from signers for all deeds to be safe.
(10) Social security cards & credit cards are NOT okay ID for notarization. Use current PHOTO ID with signature and physical description.
(11) Don't use an expired ID card. Don't use an ID without a photo. ID's should document eye color, height, weight, signature, exp. date.
(12) Jail notaries - don't use inmates wrist bracelets as ID, use two credible witnesses, or have family member bring a license / ID card.