Florida Notary Public Updates
Does Video Chat Count as Being Physically Present for a Florida Notarization?
As technology advances and remote communication becomes more common, Florida notaries may wonder: Does video chat count as personal appearance for notarizations?
Troy Fain Takes Notary Privacy Seriously
Peace of mind when it comes to your personal information is hard to get these days. With technology making it easier for companies to share or sell your data, it's understandable to be cautious about where your information ends up. Many businesses sell customer data or grant third-party access for commercial purposes, leaving you uncertain about the security of your sensitive information. At Troy Fain, we prioritize your privacy and peace of mind.
How to Properly Dispose of Your Expired Notary Products
Have you ever wondered how to dispose of your expired Notary Public stamp or embossing seal? Simply throwing away your stamp or seal can expose you to potential theft of your information. To protect yourself, it's important to dispose of these items in a secure manner. Here’s how you can do that:
Swearing in Witnesses for Administrative Hearings
Did you know that Florida Notaries are able to swear in witnesses for Administrative Hearings? Under the “Uniform Rules of Procedure” information of the Florida Administrative Procedures Act, Chapter 120, Florida Statutes, a notary public is able to assist with administering an oath and confirming the identity of a witness for testimonies taken by telephone.
Can a Notary Provide Legal Advice?
Sometimes, as notaries, we get confused about what kind of information we can offer clients—or we get confused about the authority of a notary. We are there solely to notarize the documents, not to explain the content to the client.
Group Errors and Omissions Insurance
We understand that everyone can benefit from added protection, and our group policy is designed to limit the impact of unintentional mistakes.
Florida Notary Education
Florida law requires at least three hours of notary education training for all first-time notaries. The notary education training allows notaries to familiarize themselves with the notary laws and regulations. This helps you, the notary, make fewer mistakes performing your duties as a Florida notary public.
How to Verify the VIN on a Vehicle
The State of Florida allows a notary public to verify VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on vehicles. The process is fairly straightforward, but we will walk you through the step-by-step process to ensure there is no confusion!
Florida Governor Cracks Down on Notary Misconduct
Recently, roughly thirty Florida notaries had commissions revoked due to Governor Rick Scott taking action against notaries that violate responsibilities and duties of this public office. The Governor’s Office is taking notice of the importance the office of notary public holds and investigating infractions and deficiencies big and small when evaluating the quality of a Florida notary’s work.
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