By
NNA Staff
The former CA Secretary of State recently passed away. She will be missed, but never forgotten. Our Achievement Award, named after her, honors her legacy of creating the strongest Notary law in the country.
By
Cindy Medrano
For 60 years the National Notary Association has been dedicated to serving and supporting Notaries, as well as helping the public through charitable efforts.
By
NNA Staff
The NNA’s Notary of the Year honor recognizes Notaries who go beyond their duties to help others. Here's a look at a few outstanding Notary of the Year recipients.
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NNA Staff
Founded in 1997, the National Notary Foundation (NNF) and the Notaries who support it have donated to medical research, educational programs and disaster relief efforts.
By
David Thun
Notaries need to recognize situations where they must turn a customer down — even if it’s your employer or a loved one. Take our quiz to see if you know when to say “Sorry, No Can Do!”
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NNA Staff
Is it permitted to notarize a printed copy of an electronic signature? The NNA Hotline Team answers your questions.
By
David Thun
When a Notary passes away, there are legal obligations to dispose of the Notary's tools properly. Learn more about what needs to be done for a deceased Notary.
By
David Thun
Thanks to the generosity of Notaries nationwide, the National Notary Foundation presented $50,000 to the Salvation Army on November 29 to support disaster relief.
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David Thun, Updated February 18, 2025
When you encounter situations where law provides no guidance, standards of care can help you perform your duties honestly and ethically.
By
Michael Lewis
In keeping with the NNA’s efforts to promote civility among our community and society at large, we are posting this handy infographic, “Tips To Avoid The Food Fight.”