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.
Personal appearance. All signers must sign the documents to be notarized in the notary public's presence. This is called "personal appearance." You can't notarize the signature of someone who only contacts you online, by mail, or by phone.
Black ink is generally recommend when ordering a Washington notary stamp.
One of the most common mistakes that notaries make is not printing or signing their name exactly as it appears on their notary commission.
In summary, blue or black ink is the best choice for signing documents, with a preference for blue when originality needs to be emphasized.
The choices are black, blue, purple, green, and red.
Personal appearance. All signers must sign the documents to be notarized in the notary public's presence. This is called "personal appearance." You can't notarize the signature of someone who only contacts you online, by mail, or by phone.
I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that _____________ (name of person) is the person who appeared before me, and said person acknowledged that (he/she) signed this instrument, on oath stated that (he/she) was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the _____________ (type of ...
Personal appearance. All signers must sign the documents to be notarized in the notary public's presence. This is called "personal appearance." You can't notarize the signature of someone who only contacts you online, by mail, or by phone.
Online notary is legal in Washington under Wash. Rev. Code § 42.45. 280.
