Notary Bulletin

Act now: Support raising Notary fees and protecting consumer access to notarial services in California through Assembly Bill 1597

By 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.

Where should I affix my Notary seal on a document?

By 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.

What do I do with my old Notary stamp if I move to another state?

By 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.

Whose name goes in the Notary certificate when an agent signs for another person?

By 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.

From corporate job to Notary business owner: How to develop the right mindset for success

By 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.

Can I use a Notary stamp that lacks my commission expiration date?

By 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.