Steven Dwayne Ransom

  A " personal appearance before a notary public " means that the person signing a document must physically be present in front of the notary at the time of signing, allowing the notary to verify their identity and ensure they are willingly signing the document; it is a fundamental requirement for any notarization to prevent fraud and protect against potential legal issues.  Key points about personal appearance before a notary: Mandatory in most states:  Almost every jurisdiction requires signers to appear personally before a notary to have a document notarized.  I dentity verification:  The primary reason for personal appearance is that the notary can properly verify the signer's identity by checking their government-issued ID.  Preventing fraud:  By requiring face-to-face interaction, the notary can assess if the signer is signing voluntarily and not under duress.  Legal implications:  Notarizing a document without a personal appearance co...

  "Above all, notarization is the assurance by a duly appointed and impartial Notary Public that a document is authentic, that its signature is genuine, and that its signer acted without duress or intimidation, and intended the terms of the document to be in full force and effect." Broadly speaking, notarization is the authentication of a document as genuine or the verification that a statement was made under oath. The person who makes this authentication or verification is a public official, the Notay Public. Notarization provides assurance that the particular document is authentic and intended to be in force. For documents to be recorded in the public record (by a county recorder, for example), notarization is usually a requirement. There are certain results that no notary act ever accomplishes: Notarization does not guarantee the truth or accuracy of statements in a document. The Notary Public has no obligation to verify a document's contents. Notarization does not le...

A notary public is a public official who witnesses and certifies the signing of important documents. The notary's role is to ensure that the signer understands the document and is willing to sign it. The notary also verifies the signer's identity, usually by asking for a current form of photo identification. In addition, the notary may provide other services, such as administering oaths and affirmations and certifying copies of documents. The office of the notary public is a government in nature. The notary attests to the genuineness of the writing and signature to render them available as evidence of the facts therein contained. When a notary public performs an official act, such as administering an oath or affirmation, taking an acknowledgment, witnessing or attesting a signature, or verifying the genuineness of a signature or document, the notary exercises delegated state power. Every notarial act is a function of state government, and there is no such thing as a "priva...

  Foreign-Language Signers and Documents Foreign languages create special concerns for notaries. When signers and documents are in a language the notary doesn't understand, it can be difficult or even impossible to perform the notarial act. While state laws provide little guidance on the matter, they may specify that only persons who can read and write English may be commissioned as notaries, or that only English-language documents may be accepted by a recorder. However, no law specifically prohibits a notary from serving a foreign-language speaker or notarizing a foreign-language document. In such cases, the notary must use a translator to interpret the document and the signer's statements. The translator must be a disinterested third party who can read and understand the language of the document and the signer. The notary must also be able to understand and communicate with the translator. The issue with foreign-speaking signers is not the language spoken but the ability to c...

Michigan's notary laws haven't been updated in several ways, including: Electronic and remote notarization In 2018, Michigan amended its laws to allow electronic and remote notarization. The Secretary of State can authorize vendor systems and platforms to conduct these notarizations.  Remote electronic notarization standards The National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) has adopted standards for remote electronic notarization. These standards include:  Verifying the signer's identity using multiple methods  Ensuring the security and privacy of audio-video communication  Requiring businesses to produce an audit trail for each remote online notarial act  Notary public signature Notaries must sign their name exactly as it appears on their application for commission.  Notary public information Notaries must print, type, stamp, or otherwise imprint the following information near their signature: Their name  The statement "Notary public, State of M...

“What’s the worst behavior you’ve witnessed during a notarization?” Every Notary knows that doing business comes with its own unique challenges, balancing your dual roles as an impartial public servant and an entrepreneur or business professional. Add the fact that mobile Notaries and Signing Agents walk into unexpected circumstances daily, and you have the recipe for many kinds of difficult situations. As can be expected, most signers don’t understand these realities. All they want to do is get their document notarized as quickly as possible by any means necessary. Then there’s the X-factor of things happening that you never could have predicted.  the-notary-public-code-of-professional video property of RNS & Steven Dwayne Ransom The worst behavior witnessed during a notarization often involves a signer exhibiting clear signs of confusion, intoxication, or coercion, where they seem unable to understand the document they are signing, are clearly under the influence, or are bein...

  Here are Tips to help you reach new customers and turn them into long-term clients.   You can effectively market your Notary services by building a professional website, leveraging social media platforms, networking with local businesses, joining online directories, offering specialized services, utilizing email marketing, creating a strong online presence, and actively seeking referrals from satisfied clients.  Video property of RNS & Steven Dwayne Ransom Key strategies to consider: Online Presence: Website: Create a user-friendly website with clear information about your services, fees, availability, and contact details.  Google Business Profile: List your business on Google to improve local search visibility.  Social Media: Utilize platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to promote your services and engage with potential clients.  Networking and Partnerships: Local Businesses: Reach out to local businesses like real estate agencie...