An affidavit is based upon either the personal knowledge of the affiant or his or her information and belief. Personal knowledge is the recognition of particular facts by either direct observation or experience. Information and belief is what the affiant feels he or she can state as true, although not based on firsthand knowledge.
An affidavit is a written statement of facts voluntarily made by an affiant under an oath or affirmation administered by a person authorized to do so by law.
Yes, a notary can legally notarize out-of-state documents as long as they are acting within the boundaries of their jurisdiction and in ance with all local state requirements.
One of the most common mistakes that notaries make is not printing or signing their name exactly as it appears on their notary commission.
The law's most significant changes allow remote notarization by a notary public in Massachusetts, where the signatory is not in Massachusetts including foreign countries. Additionally, an electronic image may now serve as a notarial seal.
One of the most common mistakes that notaries make is not printing or signing their name exactly as it appears on their notary commission.
You are allowed to notarize documents that are sent and /or recorded across state borders — provided, of course, that you are notarizing the document within the boundaries of your jurisdiction.
It is also possible to have a document notarized by a local foreign notary and then have the document authenticated for use in the United States. In countries that are party to the Hague Apostille Convention, this is a simplified process.
There is often some confusion about whether an Idaho notary can notarize a document that came from or is going to another state or country. The basic rule is if the signer is in the notary's presence, and the notary is physically located within their geographic jurisdiction, the notarization may be performed.
Based on Massachusetts General Law Chapter 222 Section 17E - the notaries will not notarize real estate documents, deeds, or wills.
