A Notary Public is an official authorized by the state to witness the signing of documents, administer oaths, and verify the authenticity of signatures. They play an important role in preventing fraud.
When meeting with a notary, make sure to bring:
No, As a Notary Public, part of my job is to validate that the ID presented to me is authentic. This means I must see the actual ID card. A picture of it or copy of it will not suffice.
The Indiana Secretary of State mandates the fee at $10 per notarization for general notarizations and $25 for remote notarizations. If the document deals with property such as a Deed, it is NOT a general notarization and will cost more. This means the number of pages does not matter. It could be 15 pages with one notarization and the fee could be $10. The price is based on how many notarizations/signatures per document. Mandated fees do not include service fees.
Remote online notarization allows you to get documents notarized virtually through video conferencing technology, typically using a secure platform to verify identity. Having a document notarized online is secure, trusted and compliant. Click here to learn more.
No, notaries are prohibited from providing legal advice or explaining the contents of a document. If you need legal advice, consult with an attorney.
