I notarize several documents at work on a daily basis. I was wondering if it is legal to purchase a date stamp address stamp to stamp the book under “Address Where Notarization Performed” instead of handwriting the address every time.  Please advise. — L.V., California

Yes, using a date or address stamp is a great time saver for entering information in your journal.

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