By
David Thun
Here’s a look at important practices and laws you must follow to avoid potential privacy breaches when notarizing.
By
Jamie Liggins
The NNA's 2004 Notary of the Year helps to protect the elderly by becoming an AARP Fraud Fighter.
By
NNA Staff
A caller asks about notarizing copies of documents from South Africa. The NNA Hotline Team has the answer.
By
John Jacobson, Updated October 21, 2024
Here are tips to help you if a signer presents you with an unusual or unfamiliar ID during a notarization.
By
Michael Closen, Updated May 7, 2025
Turning down a signer's request is something all Notaries face at one time or another. Here's the right way to do so.
By
NNA Staff
What do you do when a driver's license does not reflect a signer's current address? Ask the NNA Hotline Team.
By
David Thun
Can a Notary accept a learner’s permit for a student driver as proof of identity? The answer depends on state’s laws and the information on the permit.
By
David Thun
Notary Signing Agents need to always watch for clues that something is wrong during a loan document signing. Take our quiz to see if you can spot the problem in each of these 4 scenarios.
By
David Thun, Updated May 27, 2025
Customers often ask Notaries to notarize birth certificates or marriage certificates — also known as vital records. However, these documents are restricted due to their special nature.