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Many Notaries have contacted us asking, “A signer just gave me a photocopy of his driver’s license. Can I accept it as ID?” Because many people used photos of vaccination cards for admission to restaurants and businesses during COVID-19, presenting copies of official records gained widespread acceptance. Is it OK to accept copies of ID when notarizing, whether physical or a photo taken with a phone?
Read MoreIn today’s digital business landscape, the significance of video production services is rapidly escalating. As consumers increasingly rely on visual content, businesses need to leverage videos to engage and communicate with their target audience effectively. From product demonstrations to brand storytelling, video production services play a pivotal role in driving customer engagement, building brand awareness, and staying competitive in the digital realm.
Read MoreWhile it’s rare that you will be asked to notarize a minor’s signature, it does happen. Regardless of the circumstances, understanding how to proceed starts with determining if your state’s Notary laws or guidelines allow you to notarize a minor’s signature.
Read MoreThe words "reasonable reliance on the presentation" are key. When identifying any signer, your task is to reasonably determine from the identification presented that the individual is who he or she claims to be. This means no hard-and-fast rule can be applied to every situation. Identifying signers may require you to exercise some judgment.
Read MoreOne of the toughest situations to handle is requests to notarize documents that go against your personal beliefs. While some Notaries want to refuse requests they find objectionable, remember that you are acting as a public official when performing a notarization.
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