Notary Public
Why are Notaries and notarizations necessary?
Through the process of notarization, Notaries deter fraud and establish that the signer knows what document they’re signing and that they’re a willing participant in the transaction.
Notary Services Commissioned in the Commonwealth of Virginia
What is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is an official of integrity appointed by state government — typically by the secretary of state — to serve the public as an impartial witness in performing a variety of official fraud-deterrent acts related to the signing of important documents. These official acts are called notarizations, or notarial acts. Notaries are publicly commissioned as “ministerial” officials, meaning that they are expected to follow written rules without the exercise of significant personal discretion, as would otherwise be the case with a “judicial” official.
How does a Notary identify a signer?
Generally, a Notary will ask to see a current ID that has a photo, physical description and signature. Acceptable IDs usually include a driver’s license or passport.
Elite is legally empowered to certify acknowledgements, oaths, affidavits, and any documents as permitted by law.
Elite Document Service WILL NOT
Participate in UPL - unauthorized practice of law
Notarize birth, death, or marriage certificates
Notarize legal documents and/or court issued documents
Notarize pre or post dated documents
Sign I-9s
