Notary Public
Notaries public (often abbreviated as “notaries”) are public officials authorized by their state government - typically by their state’s Secretary of State’s Office - to perform a variety of official acts (notarial acts). As public officials, notaries are typically trusted to verify the identity of signers and to act as disinterested and impartial witnesses to transactions.
Colorado Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Senate Bill 20-096 allows the state's 79,000 notaries to complete remote online notarizations.
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Wisconsin Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Wisconsin joins the list of states with remote online notarization (RON) legislation, impacting around 82,000 notaries. The new law draws from the MBA/ALTA model legislation and introduces requirements for notaries and businesses involved in online notarization.
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Nebraska Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Nebraska embraces remote online notarization (RON) legislation, offering nearly 30,000 notaries a simpler, safer, and more secure way to conduct notarizations from July 1, 2020.
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Oklahoma Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Oklahoma joins 20 states in adopting remote online notarization (RON), offering 83,000 notaries a simpler, safer, and more secure way to conduct notarizations from January 1, 2020.
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Iowa Bill Unlocks Remote Online Notarization Nationwide
Since 2012, Iowa has been the only state to bar remote online notarizations. Senate File 475 rescinds these laws in favor of RON legislation.
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Washington Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Washington joins RON movement with SB 5641, signed by Governor Inslee. This law enables 74,000 notaries to conduct online notarizations, modernizing services.
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Maryland Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Maryland Senate Bill 678 will allow the state's 80,000 notaries to participate in remote online notarizations.
Arizona Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Arizona Senate Bill 1030 was signed by Governor Dough Ducey after receiving unanimous support from the state legislature.
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South Dakota Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem signed House Bill 1272 into law, granting her state's 18,000 notaries the ability to serve the public through remote online notarizations.
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Montana Revises its Remote Online Notarization Laws
The Montana Legislature has unanimously approved House Bill 370, revising the state’s remote online notarization laws to align with the national model.
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Idaho Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Idaho adopts RON with Senate Bill 1111, enabling notaries to perform online services. Governor Brad Little signs, enhancing efficiency in notarial practices.
Kentucky Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Kentucky is the latest state to pass legislation that will give its 80,000 notaries the ability to perform remote online notarizations.
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North Dakota Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Governor Doug Burgum signed House Bill 1110 into law, granting 15,000 North Dakota notaries access to technologies to serve consumers and businesses around the world.
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Michigan Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Michigan advances digital notarization with HB 5811, set to be signed by Governor Snyder. This law enables Michigan notaries to offer online services nationwide.
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Minnesota Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Minnesota joins the digital notarization revolution with SF 893, enabling online notarial services. Governor Mark Dayton signs, expanding access statewide.
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Vermont Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Vermont modernizes notarial services with H.526, allowing online notarizations. Governor Phil Scott signs, joining states like Tennessee and Indiana in digital innovation.
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Tennessee Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Tennessee embraces digital notarization with HB 1794/SB 1758, enabling online notarizations. Governor Bill Haslam to sign, modernizing notary services in the Volunteer State.
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Florida Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Florida greenlights online notarization with new bill, enhancing convenience and security. Governor Rick Scott to sign, advancing digital transformation in notarization.
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Indiana Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Indiana advances digital notarization with SB-372, signed by Governor Holcomb. This law facilitates online notarizations, enhancing convenience and efficiency statewide.
Ohio Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Ohio joins the digital notarization movement with Senate Bill 263, signed by Governor Kasich. This law enables online notarizations, enhancing accessibility and efficiency.
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Nevada Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Nevada embraces digital transformation with AB 413, enabling online notarization. Governor Sandoval to sign, expanding eNotarization to meet modern demands.
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Texas Passes Remote Online Notarization Bill
Texas approves Remote Online Notarization Bill, empowering notaries for online services. Governor Abbott to sign, revolutionizing notarization in Texas and beyond.
What Does it Mean to Have a Document Notarized With a Notary Public?
Notarize eliminates the hassle tied to in-person notarizations by allowing you to connect with a notary public instantly online. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What Is a Notary Signing Agent?
A signing agent must remain impartial to the transaction and adhere to the notary laws of their jurisdiction. Signing agents are prohibited from giving legal advice or interpreting meaning.
What Is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public watches as you sign a document and then legally notarizes it for you. Did you know you can Connect with a Notary Public Online?
Finding a Walgreens with Notary Services Near Me
Walgreens offers notary services at select stores at select times while online notarization through Notarize can be a convenient and accessible alternative.
I’m a Notary. Can I Join the Notarize Platform?
Currently, all notarizations on our platform are serviced by on-staff notaries. Read the most common questions about servicing your own clients on Notarize.
How to Download Your Digital Certificate
How to download your digital certificate to perform remote online notarizations on the Notarize platform.
How to Find a Notary Available on Sundays
Looking to get something notarized on a Sunday? Find a notary public at any time using Notarize.
How to Become an Online Notary in Texas
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Texas can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Virginia
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Virginia can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Tennessee
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Tennessee can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Oklahoma
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Oklahoma can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Minnesota
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Minnesota can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in North Dakota
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in North Dakota can complete their own closings. Here's what you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Nebraska
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Nebraska can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Nevada
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Nevada can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Florida
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Florida can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Iowa
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Iowa can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Kentucky
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Kentucky can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Idaho
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Idaho can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Become an Online Notary in Arizona
We've opened the Notarize platform so title agents and real estate firms in Arizona can complete their own closings. Here's everything you need to know.
Why Every Type of Business Can Benefit From a Notary
Why all industries need a notary, including automotive, financial services, realty, and more — and how an online notarization platform can help.
The Difference Between a Loan Signing Agent and Notary Public
All signing agents are notaries, but not all notaries are loan signing agents. Learn more about the differences between a loan signing agent and a notary public.