![5 ways the new Pennsylvania law affects how you notarize](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Pennsylvania-Capitol-2017-r.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 20, 2017
Pennsylvania has announced a major update to its Notary laws. But how will these rules affect you? Here are five important changes Pennsylvania Notaries need to know about.
![States Seek To Raise Notary Fees, Require Training And Set Webcam Guidelines](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Leg-Trends.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 20, 2017
Expanded notary education, higher fees and webcam notarizations have emerged as key trends among state legislatures and regulators this year. Here’s a look at some of the notable bills currently under consideration.
![3 facts California Notaries should know for identifying signers](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Bulletin-Articles-Art-List-View-Sizes-630x630-3-facts-California-Notaries-should-know-for-identifying-signers.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 19, 2017
California has some of the strictest ID laws in the nation for notarizations. Here are 3 important rules CA Notaries must follow when dealing with signers.
![Can I Use A Notary Certificate That Lacks Some Required Wording?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on April 19, 2017
If a Notary certificate lacks required wording, what is the best way to complete the notarization? The NNA Hotline Team offers suggestions.
![Quiz: All about jurats](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/swear-oath.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 19, 2017
If a signer asked you for a jurat, would you know how to do it the right way? Take our quiz and find out.
![Need help spotting phony IDs and impostors? F.E.A.R. is your friend](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Spotting-Phony-IDs---List-View.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 11, 2017
If you’re worried someone may be trying to fool you with a fake ID, you can use a system adopted by many bartenders to spot counterfeits called “F.E.A.R.”
![What Would You Do Answers: The case of the absent signer](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/out-of-office-resized.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on April 11, 2017
What would you do if a customer asked you to notarize his absent boss' signature while the boss is out of town? Here's our readers' answers and the NNA's recommendations.
![Signing Agent Tip: Answers about split signings](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Signing-Agent-Tip-Answers-About-Split-Signings-list-3-27-23.jpg)
By
Kelly Rush
on April 05, 2017
If loan documents need to be signed by signers in different locations, follow these tips to make sure the signing goes as planned.
![What Would You Do: The case of the absent signer](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/out-of-office-resized.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on April 05, 2017
A client asks you to notarize an absent boss' signature, insisting that it's OK because he was there to witness the signing. How would you handle this?
![States, Congress Step Up The Fight Against Immigration Fraud In 2017](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/notario-publico-neon-square-resized.jpg)
By
David Thun
on March 30, 2017
Criminals often prey on immigrants by offering fraudulent legal services. Here’s a look at some of the most recent bills and actions taken to address this problem.