By
David Thun
Notary fraud is no joke, and AI fraud is even harder to spot. But the best defense is to always follow the rules of notarization.
By
Brooke Merritt, February 24, 2026
State officials report a growing trend in Notary errors on documents they review.
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NNA Staff, February 23, 2026
A Nevada Notary asks if certifying a copy of a naturalization certificate is permitted. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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Brooke Merritt, February 17, 2026
Here’s how California Notaries can support Assembly Bill 1597, which would increase the maximum fees Notaries may charge and help protect consumer access to Notary services.
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NNA Staff, February 17, 2026
An Indiana Notary asks where the official Notary seal can be affixed when notarizing a document. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff, February 9, 2026
A former Georgia Notary asks what to do with an old Notary stamp after moving to Florida. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff, February 2, 2026
A California Notary asks whose name is written in the Notary certificate when an 'agent-in-fact' signs on behalf of another person. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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Michelle Riley, Christine Wissbrun, Daniel Lewis & Marcy Tiberio, January 28, 2026
For aspiring professionals transitioning from full-time employment to owning and operating their own business, becoming a Notary Public can be a promising opportunity. While corporate jobs offer stability, launching a Notary business requires a shift in mindset.
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NNA Staff, January 5, 2026
A North Carolina Notary asks if they can use an official stamp that does not display their commission expiration date. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
By
Christian Lopez, Updated January 26, 2026
When becoming a family caregiver — sometimes referred to as an “agent” in legal documents — loved ones find themselves at the center of an entirely new world with a deluge of responsibilities orbiting around them, including complex forms requiring notarization.