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A notary’s primary duty is to verify the identity of signers. Failing to do so can result in penalties and loss of commission.
Notarizing a document in a language the notary cannot understand may lead to unintentional fraud and liability.
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The Secretary of State has the authority to revoke a notary’s commission for serious violations.
Criminal charges can be filed against a notary for fraudulent acts, such as notarizing a document without proper identification.
Misconduct may lead to the notary being barred from renewing their commission.
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Notarizing for a minor without verifying their identity could result in liability, especially if the document’s legitimacy is questioned.
Notarizing after a commission expires is illegal and can lead to penalties.
Notarizing a document that contains known false information makes the notary complicit in fraud, leading to severe penalties.
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Notaries must witness the signing of the document. Failure to do so may result in legal liability if the document is later challenged.
Using an expired notary stamp is a violation of notary law and could result in penalties and invalidation of the notarization.
Wyoming notaries cannot certify copies of vital records (e.g., birth certificates). Doing so could lead to legal consequences.
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Notaries are prohibited from practicing law unless they are licensed attorneys. Offering legal advice can result in penalties and liability.
Failing to use a notary seal makes the notarization incomplete and invalid, which could result in legal penalties.
