NOTARIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Quiz +a+s

Bullet Points:

• Notary history – originated in ancient Rome; varied responsibilities globally.
• Notarial validation:
  • Identity confirmation
  • Voluntary signing
  • Signer’s awareness of document
  • Signer’s comprehension of document
• State-specific notary rules – vary and must be followed strictly.
• Notarial responsibilities include:
  • Identification of signers
  • Assurance of voluntary signing
  • Confirmation of signer’s awareness of contents
  • Evaluation of signer’s competence
• Other duties – witnessing, oaths, acknowledgments, jurats.
• Professional Loan Signing Agents – specialized notarial role.