The No. 1 function of the American Notary is to protect the public's rights and assets through bearing witness to document signings, administering oaths and – in the physical presence of the Notary – ensuring a signer's identity and willingness to sign a transaction. Our system of commerce relies upon properly performed notarizations that maintain the rule of law, preserve the integrity of an agreement, and ensure the authenticity of a transaction.
Notary Knowledge outlines several topics that may be unfamiliar to the public. Key subjects include how Notaries protect consumers, fundamental Notary practices, how the foreclosure "robo-signing" crisis could have been avoided, how "notarios publico" prey on unsuspecting immigrants, the emerging use of electronic notarization, and the importance of Notary education and training, among others.
Additional Information and Resources:
What Is A Notary Public?
Why Notarization Is More Relevant and Vital Than Ever
The NNA's Recommended Notary Practices
The Notary Public Code of Professional Responsibility
Personal Appearance In A Digital World
About the National Notary Association
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Elected officials and experts from across the nation agree that America's Notaries are the guarantors of trust in American commerce. The below video excerpts and resources were designed to educate the public on what Notaries do, how they protect the public, and what can happen when they are not involved in a transaction. Expand your Notary Knowledge.
