FAQ

How much does a notary charge?

The cost per notarized signature is $15, mandated by the State of California. The state does not impose the maximum a Mobile Notary may charge for other fees. Travel and convenience fees are charged at their discretion. The cost of service will vary based on appointment location, distance traveled, and number of signatures notarized.

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Why do documents need notarization?

The Notary Public must affirm that each signer is properly identified using acceptable identification and officiates the signing process insuring that documents are properly executed. This helps to prevent fraud. Documents must contain the proper notarial wording and text committing the signer.

What is a Notary Public?

A Notary Public is a state appointed officer who verifies a signer’s identity using approved identification and takes acknowledgment of the individual executing the document, or administers an oath witnessing the signing of the document. Notaries do not give legal advice or verify that documents are correct or legally binding.

Do Notaries draft legal documents?

A Notary Public is forbidden from preparing legal documents or acting as a legal advisor.  Violators may be fined and/or imprisoned for practicing law unauthorized.

Can an incomplete document be notarized?

Notarizing incomplete documents or those containing blank spaces is risky and unacceptable due to potential fraud. A Notary must ensure a document is complete before a signing takes place and shall refuse service otherwise.

Can a Notary decline to help me?

A Notary can refuse service if there's a reasonable suspicion that a transaction is unlawful, improper, or incomplete. Failing to provide acceptable identification at a signing appointment also serves as grounds to deny a notarization.

Can any document be notarized?
 
For a document to be notarized it must contain the proper notarial wording, text committing the signer, an original signature, and a completed certificate.