FREE GA Notary Ethical Considerations and Responsibilities Questions and Answers
If a notary is asked to perform a notarial act for a document that they have a personal interest in, what should they do?
A notary should refuse to notarize documents in which they have a personal interest to avoid any appearance of bias or conflict of interest.
What is a notary's duty if they are presented with a document that they believe to be fraudulent?
A notary should refuse to notarize any document they believe to be fraudulent to avoid becoming complicit in a fraudulent act.
What is considered a conflict of interest for a notary public?
Notarizing a document for a family member is considered a conflict of interest due to the potential for bias and lack of impartiality.
How should a notary handle a situation where they know a signer is unable to understand the document due to a language barrier?
If a signer has a language barrier, the notary should use an interpreter to ensure the signer understands the document, provided the interpreter does not have a conflict of interest.
What should a notary do if they are approached by a signer who appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
If a signer appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the notary should refuse to perform the notarial act to ensure the signer's actions are voluntary and informed.