The primary duty of a notary is to confirm the identity of the signer and ensure that the signing is done willingly.
Advertising as a "notario público" can be misleading, especially to non-English speakers, as it may imply that the notary is authorized to offer legal advice.
Notaries are not authorized to provide legal advice unless they are licensed attorneys.
Notarizing a fraudulent document can lead to severe legal consequences, including criminal charges.
Notaries are prohibited from notarizing documents where they have a direct personal or financial interest.
