Frequently Asked Quetions

I am commissioned to facilitate notary service in the state of Maryland. I am operating out of my private residence. As a commissioned remote notary in Maryland, I am authorized to service all 50 U.S. states.

You may contact me at info@moorenotaryservice.online or message me at 240-586-2946. Email is my preferred/quickest method of contact.

Please feel free to reach out with any inquiries or concerns.

I am not offering mobile notary services or in-person notary services at this time.

A notary public is a state-appointed official who verifies and certifies the signing of legal documents. Their main role is to check the identities of the signers and prevent fraud. A notary public acts as a neutral witness to the signing of important documents, ensuring that the signers know and agree to what they are signing. They also administer oaths or affirmations. 

You are required to provide a VALID government-issued photo ID, such as: 

• U.S. State Issued Driver’s License

• U.S. State Issued Photo ID

• U.S. Passport Book

• Certificate of US citizenship

• Certificate of Naturalization

• Foreign Passport

You are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID and have access to a device equipped with a camera and microphone. For U.S. residents, identity verification will include a Social Security number check, ID verification, and Knowledge-Based Authentication (KBA) questions. Foreign nationals without a U.S. Social Security number can be authenticated through biometric verification using only a foreign passport. Additional acceptable forms of identification are listed above. After verification, you will connect with the notary on a secure virtual platform via audio and video for the notarization process.

Acknowledgment Certificate and Jurat Certificate.

An acknowledgment confirms that the signer, after identity verification, voluntarily signed the document in the presence of the Notary.

A jurat requires the signer to swear or affirm the accuracy of the document's content before the Notary. The Notary will administer an oath, and the signer’s signature must be witnessed.

By law, a notary is prohibited from explaining or interpreting the contents of any document, providing guidance on how to complete a document, or advising whether you should sign a specific document. For all legal matters, you should seek the counsel of an attorney.

An eligible witness must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid form of identification. They must remain impartial, having no personal interest or involvement in the document or transaction being witnessed. The witness must be physically present to observe the signer execute the document. Additionally, they are required to sign the document as a witness and include their printed name and address.

• Acknowledgment Certificate
  An acknowledgment confirms that the signer, after identity verification, voluntarily signed the document in the presence of the Notary.

• Jurat Certificate
  A jurat requires the signer to swear or affirm the accuracy of the document's content before the Notary. The Notary will administer an oath, and the signer’s signature must be witnessed.

Vital Records cannot be notarized. A vital record is a government document containing information about a person’s important life events, such as:

• birth certificates

• death certificates

• marriage certificates 

The two main authorities that issue certified copies of vital records (birth, death, marriage, and divorce records) in the State of Maryland are: The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Division of Vital Records and Local Health Departments (County Health Departments)

Many types of documents can be notarized, such as affidavits, powers of attorney, wills, deeds, contracts, and others. Please see our list of eligible documents for notarization by clicking here.

The unauthorized practice of law refers to providing legal services without holding a valid attorney license. A Notary is prohibited from:

As a Notary Public, I am prohibited from engaging in practices that constitute the unauthorized practice of law. This means I cannot select the specific document a client needs for their transaction, nor can I determine the type of notarization required or the exact wording of certificates on a document—these decisions are solely the client's responsibility. Furthermore, I cannot draft, prepare, or advise on how to complete any documents, nor am I permitted to offer legal advice or answer legal questions. These services must be performed exclusively by licensed attorneys; as a non-attorney Notary, I am strictly not permitted to engage in them.

The cost varies by the type of document, the number of signers, and the quantity of notarizations. If you are unsure of the cost for your unique situation, please don't hesitate to contact me for a personalized quote.

Payment is due at the time of booking your appointment. We accept various payment methods, including Cashapp and PayPal. Once your payment is received, a confirmation email will be sent to you to finalize your appointment. 

We do not offer refunds for completed notary tasks. If we cannot provide the service due to unforeseen circumstances, a refund will be issued. Mistakes on our part will be rectified to ensure your satisfaction. Cancellations made more than 24 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, while those made within 24 hours forfeit the fee. Please check our full refund policy.

To request a refund, please contact our customer service team at info@moorenotaryservice.online with your order/confirmation number and reason for the request.