Can I Notarize A Document For My Family

Can I Notarize A Document For My...

Who can I notarize a document for? My Spouse? My Child? My Great Aunt's 2nd Cousin Twice Removed?

As a notary you will find yourself being asked to help friends and family with their notarial needs. But how do you know who you can notarize a document for and who you cannot? The question to be asking is not "Can I notarize a document for my family members?" but instead "In what circumstances should I NOT notarize a document?" In general, it is not illegal to notarize something for a family member, including your spouse or children. However, many states have statutes that make it illegal to notarize documents in which you will benefit. More...

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