FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What is a Notary

A Notary Public is an official of integrity appointed by the state government, typically by the Secretary of State, to serve the public as an impartial witness in performing a variety of official fraud-deterrent acts related to the signing of important documents.

Notarial Certificate Information

Please note: A Notary is legally prohibited from telling a signer what certificate they should get. Below are the Authorized Notary Acts that may be performed.

What does a Notary Do?

A Notary’s duty is to screen the signers of important documents for their true identity, their willingness to sign without duress or intimidation, and their awareness of the contents of the document or transaction.

What Type of Notarization Do I need?

A Notary may not choose the type of notarization on a signer’s behalf. This is considered an
unauthorized practice of law.

What Types of ID can I Use?

Acceptable identification documents must be valid, issued by a state agency, federal agency, or consulate and must contain the photograph and signature of the bearer. Acceptable identification include:

Illinois Drivers License or non-drivers ID card
Drivers License or non-drivers ID card from another U.S. state, territory, or jurisdiction
U.S passport or passport card
A valid foreign passport
U.S. military ID card
ID card issued by the USCIS

*ID must be UNEXPIRED

Unacceptable identification include:

Social Security Card
birth certificate
credit cards

Acknowledgements

Certify that a signer personally appeared before the Notary, was positively identified by the Notary and acknowledged freely signing the document.

Oaths & Affirmations

Solemn promise to a Supreme Being (oaths) or on one’s own personal honor (affirmations) spoken in the Notary’s presence.

Verification Upon Oath or Affirmation

As found in affidavits and other sworn documents, certifying that the signer personally appeared before the Notary, was positively identified by the Notary, signed in the Notary’s presence and took an oath or affirmation from the Notary.

Witnessing or Attesting Signatures

Certifying that the signer personally appeared before the Notary, was positively identified by the Notary and signed the document in the Notary’s
presence.

Proofs of Execution by Subscribing Witness

Certifying that a subscribing witness personally appeared and swore to the Notary that another person, the principal, signed the document.

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