A detailed journal entry provides a contemporaneous record that can support the notary’s defense in a lawsuit.
Reporting a lost or stolen notary seal is crucial to prevent unauthorized use and reduce liability risk.
Adhering to proper procedures helps reduce the risk of errors and potential legal issues.
Errors like failing to properly verify a signer’s identity or incorrectly completing a notarial certificate can lead to legal liability for a notary.
Properly managing notarizations for non-English speakers helps protect against claims that the signer did not understand the document.
