I guess that is why she didn't check off the box! 

I am a notary as well for the convenience of my client's.  I cannot imagine notarizing something without my client signing in front of me.  crazy

Ah - the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth was conveniently left out. Nice detective work...

Well done Ronald. Your posts provide good insights and details that many forget to ask. Thanks

Bo

Kara, not sure about that, I get the impression that was an oversight, but the not appearing before her was no mistake!  Dave, little known fact, in Florida, an acknowledgment does NOT have to be signed in front of you, BUT, they MUST appear before you (as in the case of ALL notarizations) On an acknowledgment, they have to appear before you, state they signed it, and were understanding of the document, and to the best of your ability appear to be of sound mind when they appear before you.  On a Jurat, they must appear AND sign in front of you.  There is a difference.  FYI.  Corey & Bo, thanks for stopping by and commenting!!

Ronald, as a notary many years ago, I remember how important it was to have the proper identifying documents. At that time, it was a license, or personally known to me. Otherwise? What is the reason for using a notary? That is such an integral part of real estate - a notary. ;-)

Teri, there are many aspects of being a notary that inexperienced (and often times experienced) notaries overlook.  But the consequences can be big!  Losing her license, if that is all that happens, is nothing, she easily could face other more serious criminal charges.  Thanks for stopping by and commenting!!

Hi Ron,

Recently, I was criticized by a customer because he felt that I was asking to much of him.  He didn't understand that I am required to have him appear before me, that he needed to provide ID or why I was recording his information in my journal and asking him complete the missing information before I would notarize his doc.  He stated that he has never had to go through this type of ritual just to get a document notarized, everybody else just stamped and he went on his way.  My response was, "I am sorry for the services that you have encountered in the past with other notaries.  I offer this apology because they failed to take a vested interest in rendering you appropriate services as mandated by state regulations.  I would hate for you to have your documents come into question regarding a legal matter and there is a issue of validity." 

Pamela, very true indeed!  I actually would believe them, they probably are telling the truth, but, like you said, if any questions are ever raised, if it was done properly, it will hold up in court, if not done right, it could create a big mess and legal problems for both the notary as well as the person the got the document notarized.  In 19 years, I have only refused two notarizations, and the one that comes to mind was a man that I honestly believe was doing no wrong, and was on the up & up, BUT wanted me to notarize his wife's signature.  She clearly had medical issues, no doubt.  BUT, I asked her several times, even after he explained to me what the document was, and asked her in her own words to say what it was and all she could say was "yes."  That did NOT show me she understood what she was about to sign.  He stated he would then have her sign it & take it to the local bank & get it notarized.  I said so be it, but I could not, and would not legally notarize the document, as she clearly could not communicate to me in any fashion (once I dealt with deaf & unable to speak customer - which was fine - lot of writing!) and with her not appearing to understand what she would be signing, I CANNOT notarize it.  As I said, I don't even feel he was doing anything wrong, BUT that determination was not mine to make, and not my responsibility!  That she was willing, capable, and understanding of the document was, and that she could not show me.  Like you said, if ever questioned later, we need to be able to validate the notarization, and if we do not properly and fully comply with our states laws, it WILL NOT hold up in court, then the document has NO value.  Is that what they REALLY want??  I'm sure NO!  Have a great day Pamela!

 Hey Ron,

How can I put some of the color verb-age on the bottom of my posts, like yours. Also, how do I get a color border around my home page. I view so many other members home pages and mine is so, boring.

 Hey Ron,

How can I put some of the color verb-age on the bottom of my posts, like yours. Also, how do I get a color border around my home page. I view so many other members home pages and mine is so, boring.

Robert, I'll send you a direct email with details.  Thanks for stopping by.

Ronald,

Your post, like so many others, proves that you set such an awesome example.  I shake my head in dismay at the actions of others.  I read in the paper not long ago about some crazy and INTENTIONAL Real Estate fraud activity that a notary performed...landed herself in prison. Unbelieveable! 

I also appreciate Pamela's response to her client.

I also love the way your colored ad is on your signature....and WOULD SO APPRECIATE IT if you indulged me with how to do that as well!...In the meantime, I will search your posts to make sure I'm not being redundant.

Cheryl Lee Anderson, Notary

First, thanks for compliment, and I attribute a lot of my knowledge to a woman that used to live in my hometown, but since moved to Texas (Rose) who was a CNSA, but chose to go into banking.  She gave me awesome advise and I learned so much from her!  As far as sig, easiest to explain over the phone, you may call my up until 11:30PM tonight, or let me know when I can call you tomorrow.