Adhering to proper procedures helps reduce the risk of errors and potential legal issues.
Properly managing notarizations for non-English speakers helps protect against claims that the signer did not understand the document.
Errors like failing to properly verify a signer’s identity or incorrectly completing a notarial certificate can lead to legal liability for a notary.
A detailed journal entry provides a contemporaneous record that can support the notary’s defense in a lawsuit.
Reporting a lost or stolen notary seal is crucial to prevent unauthorized use and reduce liability risk.
