After administering the oath or affirmation, the notary should complete the notarization by signing the relevant document.
The individual must verbally acknowledge the oath or affirmation as a true declaration.
In Iowa, notaries public, along with judges and other designated officers, are authorized to administer oaths and affirmations.
Verifying the identity of the person taking the oath or affirmation is a key responsibility of the notary.
In Iowa, an oath involves a pledge to a higher power, while an affirmation is made on the individual's personal honor.
