WI Notary Notary Seal and Stamp Requirements 2

Question 1

May a Wisconsin employer require a notary employee to surrender their seal when leaving employment?

Accepted Answer

No, the seal belongs to the notary, not the employer

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Yes, the employer always owns the seal

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Only if the employer paid for it

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Yes, if stated in the employment contract

Question 2

Is an ink stamp acceptable as an official seal for a Wisconsin notary?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an inked rubber stamp is acceptable

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No, only embossing seals are allowed

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Only electronic seals are permitted

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Only metal dies are permitted

Question 3

When must a Wisconsin notary affix their official seal to a notarial certificate?

Accepted Answer

Each time a notarial act is performed

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Only for real estate documents

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Only when the client requests it

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Only for documents filed in federal court

Question 4

What happens to a Wisconsin notary's seal if the notary's name changes?

Accepted Answer

The notary must obtain a new seal reflecting the new name

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The old seal remains valid for the life of the commission

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The notary must notify the DFI but may keep the old seal

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The commission is automatically revoked

Question 5

Can a Wisconsin notary use a digital image of their seal for electronic notarizations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with proper authorization for electronic notarization

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No, only physical seals are ever permitted

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Yes, any notary can use a digital seal without special permission

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No, digital seals are banned in Wisconsin

Question 6

Is it permissible for a Wisconsin notary to allow another person to use their official seal?

Accepted Answer

No, the seal may only be used by the notary personally

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Yes, with written permission from the notary

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Yes, if the person is also a notary

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Yes, if the employer authorizes it