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What Every Office Notary Should Know

What Every Office Notary Should Know

If you are an in-office Notary, it is important to know your state’s guidelines and share them with your co-workers in order to reduce legal risks.

Can you notarize a mugshot?

Can you notarize a mugshot?

Some states allow Notaries to notarize copies of mugshots. But it’s important to know your state’s laws for performing a copy certification before proceeding.

Can Notaries Certify Fingerprint Cards?

Can Notaries Certify Fingerprint Cards?

California Notaries may not certify a copy of a fingerprint card. They may be able to take a person’s fingerprints, though this is not a notarial act.

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