Notaries must limit their role to verifying the identity of signers and witnessing signatures, avoiding giving legal advice unless they are licensed attorneys.
Unethical behavior can lead to severe penalties, including losing the authority to notarize documents.
Ethical practices dictate that a notary must ensure the signer fully understands the document before proceeding.
Refuse to notarize the document and report the situation if necessary. A notary has a duty to ensure that the signer is acting voluntarily and without undue influence.
A notary’s main responsibility is to uphold the authenticity and validity of the notarization, ensuring that all requirements are met.
