Notary Blog

New Florida Notary Law (HB 915) Effective July 1, 2025. Notaries are BANNED from using misleading terms like "Notario Público" or "Immigration Consultant" in all advertising (online, signage, etc.) to prevent fraud and UPL. Orlando notaries must comply or face commission discipline and civil penalties. Check your ads now!

Confused about notaries vs. lawyers in Orlando? Unpack the key differences: Notaries prevent fraud by verifying signatures, while lawyers offer legal advice & representation. Learn when to see an Orlando Notary Public for document authentication and when a Florida attorney is essential for legal guidance. Get your documents notarized correctly!

Before your next notarization in Orlando, learn how to verify a notary's commission. Our guide explains how to use official Florida state websites to check a notary public's active status and protect your legal documents from fraud. Ensure your peace of mind with a simple online search.

Explore the future of notarization in Orlando! Compare Remote Online Notarization (RON) with traditional and mobile services, highlighting RON's unmatched convenience, enhanced security, and accessibility for a seamless, digital document notarization experience in Florida.

Avoid notarization delays in Orlando! Learn the top reasons a notary might refuse service, from expired IDs to incomplete documents, and discover how to prepare for a smooth and successful notarization every time.

Find out if your family member can notarize your documents in Florida. This guide explains state laws on impartiality and conflicts of interest to ensure your paperwork is legally valid and protected from future challenges.

A Florida notary public is not an attorney and cannot give legal advice. Their role is to verify a signer's identity and witness the signature. This is a legal requirement to protect the public from the unauthorized practice of law. For any legal questions, always consult a licensed attorney.

An Orlando notary does more than just witness a signature. Our duty is to ensure the signer is mentally aware, acting willingly, and not under duress. This protects against fraud and ensures your legal documents are valid.

Lost your ID? In Orlando, a "credible witness" can help you get a document notarized. This guide explains when and how to use a witness to verify your identity when you lack proper photo identification.

Discover the truth about notarization in Orlando. Together let's bust the myth that a notary's stamp makes a document legal, clarifying its true purpose: to verify the signer's identity, prevent fraud, and provide a strong, legally defensible record.

Navigating the notary process in Orlando? Our guide demystifies Florida's "satisfactory evidence of identity" rules. Learn what counts as a valid ID and what to do if you don't have one, ensuring your next notarization is quick and stress-free.

Confused about what an Orlando notary can do? Don't let a common myth put your legal rights at risk. Learn why notaries cannot draft legal documents like a power of attorney, and find out what their real role is to protect you from fraud.