Notary Seal and Journal Requirements Flashcards
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What shape must a Florida notary's official seal be?
Answer: Circular or rectangular
Florida law requires a notary's official seal to be either circular (with a diameter of 1.5–2 inches) or rectangular (no larger than 1×2.5 inches).
What information is REQUIRED to appear on a Florida notary's official seal?
Answer: The notary's name, the words 'Notary Public State of Florida,' and commission expiration date
A Florida notary seal must display the notary's name, the words 'Notary Public State of Florida,' and the commission expiration date.
A Florida notary's seal impression must be what color when affixed to paper documents?
Answer: Black or blue ink that is photographically reproducible
Florida law requires the notary seal ink to be photographically reproducible, which typically means black or blue ink, to ensure the seal appears clearly in copies.
What must a Florida notary do if their official seal is lost or stolen?
Answer: Notify the Department of State in writing and disable the lost seal
If a notary's seal is lost or stolen, they must notify the Department of State and should take steps to prevent unauthorized use of the lost seal.
Is a Florida notary required by law to keep a notarial journal?
Answer: No, a journal is optional but recommended
Florida law does not require traditional notaries to keep a journal, though it is highly recommended as a best practice and is required for Remote Online Notarization (RON).
What should a Florida notary do with their seal when their commission expires or is revoked?
Answer: Destroy the seal to prevent unauthorized use
Upon expiration or revocation of a commission, a notary should destroy their official seal to prevent its unauthorized use after their authority has ended.