A jurat is typically required for an affidavit. In a jurat, the notary certifies that the signer swore to or affirmed the truth of the statements in the document under oath. This is different from an acknowledgment, which is used for documents like powers of attorney.
A Power of Attorney (POA) document authorizes another individual to act on someone’s behalf in financial, legal, or medical matters. The notary’s role is to verify the identity of the person signing the POA and ensure that it is done voluntarily.
If a notarized document needs correction, the notary should notarize the corrected document and attach it to the original. This ensures that the notarial act is accurately reflected and that any errors are properly documented.
When completing a notarial certificate, the notary must fill in their name, the date of the notarial act, the type of notarial act performed, and their commission details. This information ensures that the certificate is properly completed and legally binding.
When notarizing documents related to real estate transactions, the notary should check the legal description of the property to ensure it is accurate and matches the information on the document. This helps prevent issues with property transfers and ensures legal clarity.
