Notarial Standards

Notarial standards refer to the established guidelines and practices that notaries public follow to ensure the legality and integrity of their work. These standards dictate how notaries should identify signers, verify documents, and maintain accurate records. They aim to prevent fraud, protect the public, and ensure that notarized documents are trustworthy. Notaries are responsible for witnessing signatures, administering oaths, and certifying copies, and adhering to these standards helps ensure that they perform these tasks with professionalism and reliability.