Once you’ve reported your tools missing, you should replace them as soon as possible. If your seal was lost or stolen, be sure to follow all steps required by your state if you need to replace it. Nevada requires its Notaries to file a new Certificate of Appointment and request a replacement seal within 10 days after a seal is lost. Washington requires a replacement to differ in some way from the seal that was lost or stolen — for example, the new seal may feature a different border around the seal impression. If you need to change the format of a replacement seal, contact your state Notary regulating agency to confirm what type of change is acceptable.
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