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Hotline Tip: Exercising Reasonable Care Is Best Defense

Hotline Tip: Exercising Reasonable Care Is Best Defense

The best way to protect yourself from being held liable in a lawsuit is to exercise “reasonable care” while performing notarizations, which means obeying all laws and carrying out your duties professionally.

Hotline Tip: Notarizing For A Minor

If you encounter a signer who is a minor, the fact that he or she is underage does not preclude you from proceeding, but there are issues to keep in mind.

Hotline Tip: Can A Copy Of A Passport Be Notarized?

Hotline Tip: Can A Copy Of A Passport Be Notarized?

I have been asked to provide "Certified" copies of my passport to our insurance broker in Bermuda. The request asks for "Certified Copy of passport (notarized in the States).” I have been unable to determine the correct wording to use on this notarization. Can you please advise?

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