![A Mobile Notary’s story: Held hostage at a closing](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Amanda-Resized2.jpg)
By
Amanda Doumanian Reeves
on January 28, 2015
As mobile Notaries, we meet many people and travel to a lot of different locations but, safety is always a prime concern. While most people are nice and cooperative, every so often we run into a crazy person.
![Can A Notary Demand That A Signer Surrender A Driver’s License?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/HotlineTip.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on January 28, 2015
Is it against the law to ask a signer to surrender his or her driver’s license to a Notary Public?
![What Would You Do: A signer with no hands](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Question-Pencil2.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on January 28, 2015
Imagine it’s a busy day at work when a man walks in needing a jurat for an affidavit. The man needs to sign the document in front of you, but there’s one problem: He has no hands.
![Answers to questions about Illinois’ ‘Notarial Record’ program](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Illinois-Seal-resized.jpg)
By
David Thun
on January 22, 2015
The NNA Hotline has received a number of calls recently about a pilot program in Illinois requiring Notaries in the state to complete a “Notarial Record” when notarizing certain Cook County real estate documents. This guide will help Notaries in the Prairie State comply with this unusual requirement.
![Can I Notarize Using A Video Of A Signer?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on January 22, 2015
A customer recorded a video of her grandmother signing a document. Is showing me the video acceptable for a notarization?
![What Businesses Need To Know About The New CA Notary Wording](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/200px-Flag_of_California-svg.png)
By
David Thun
on January 21, 2015
With California’s Notary certificate changes taking effect earlier this month, businesses are asking how the new law will affect their documents. Here are answers to three common questions from businesses.
![2015 refinance activity good news for Notary Signing Agents](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Mortgage-Refi-resized2.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on January 21, 2015
A significant drop in mortgage interest rates has helped jumpstart refinance activity, which should mean more business for Notary signing agents in the coming months.
![Notary of over 30 years offers five tips for long-term success](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Herb-Guinup.jpg)
By
Kelle Clarke
on January 21, 2015
Throughout his 30-plus years as a Notary, Herbert Guinup has seen booms and busts, industry shifts, and more changes than he can count. Along the way he has picked up several tried-and-true strategies to ensure his career longevity.
![Notary Training Providers Worth Checking Out](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Training-Course-resized.jpg)
By
David Thun
on January 15, 2015
To help you navigate the Notary training and education waters, below is an overview of some providers.
![Same-sex court ruling spotlights impartiality, opportunities for Florida Notaries](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/same-sex-marriage-resized-copy.jpg)
By
David Thun
on January 15, 2015
Florida became the 36th state to legalize same-sex marriage. Notaries may now officiate same-sex weddings within this state. Details in the NNA Bulletin.