Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Notary Public?

A Notary Public is a public officer appointed and commissioned by the Governor who administers oaths or affirmations, takes acknowledgments, attests to the trueness of photocopies of certain documents, and performs other duties specified by Florida law. Notaries are authorized by law to perform six basic duties:

 

• Administer oaths or affirmations

• Take acknowledgments

• Attest to photocopies of certain documents.

• Solemnize marriages

• Verify vehicle identification numbers (VINs)

• Certify the contents of safe deposit boxes

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What is Clermont's Mobile Notary?

Clermont's Mobile Notary is a mobile notary service that provides professional notary public services for individuals and businesses.

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What is Notarization? 

Notarization is the process whereby a Notary certifies a document by attaching a notarial certificate to the document. The notarial certificate contains statements of fact or law concerning the document being certified.

 

 

What types of documents can you notarize?

We can notarize a wide range of documents, including wills, trusts, deeds, contracts, and more.

    

      

What are the benefits of using a mobile notary service?

Using a mobile notary service allows for greater convenience and flexibility, as we can come to you at a convenient location.   

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What is a remote notary?

A remote notary is a legally commissioned notary public authorized to conduct notarizations over the Internet via digital tools and a live audio video call.

 

No matter how they perform their service, all notaries must watch as someone signs a document. Historically, this has required that the notary and signer travel to meet in person, where the notary serves as a witness during the signing event.

 

The name “remote notary” is derived from the fact that the notary serves the customer remotely over the Internet.

 

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What is an electronic notary?

An Electronic Notary or In-Person Electronic Notary is a commissioned notary public permitted to perform notarial acts electronically without using paper. By state law, the parties are required to be physically present. Electronic notary is often confused with remote notary, but it is crucial to remember that they differ based on legal definitions.

 

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What is required to conduct an online notary?

• A reliable internet connection

• Webcam or Smartphone

• Valid Government Photo ID

• Completed Unsigned Documents

 

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What if my document requires a witness?

Many transactions require more than just a notary and signer. If you’re signing a document requiring a witness, you’ll want to ensure you let us know before your appointment. Just reply to your confirmation email, and we will ensure they have access to the session. If you’d like us to provide a witness, notify your notary by requesting a witness in your confirmation email response.

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What if I have additional signers?

If more than one person must sign your document, you have two options:

 

1. You and your secondary signer can be co-located (in the exact physical location), log into the session with the notary on the same device, and have your documents notarized.

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2. If your document requires two or more signers and they are not co-located, all signers must complete separate transactions. Each signer would request an appointment and upload an unsigned copy of their document. You will have separately notarized documents to submit to your recipient agency or institution when complete.

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Is online notarization legal?

Yes, it is legitimate and legal.

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Online notarizations are accepted nationwide due to a long-standing body of laws in each state that explicitly recognizes and accepts out-of-state notarizations. In addition to laws in each state recognizing and accepting common out-of-state notarizations, the Full Faith and Credit Clause of the US Constitution may provide an additional basis for states to accept out-of-state notarizations.

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Certain states and public agencies have additional requirements and limitations for executing or accepting electronically signed documents and out-of-state notarizations, and not all documents may be electronically signed. We always recommend checking with your intended recipient to confirm their acceptance of online notarizations.

 

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What if my documents require physical (wet) signatures?

In some cases, your recipient may require original signatures from all signers. You must meet with a notary over video chat or in-person to show your ID and sign your documents to fulfill this requirement. After the session, you will mail the original documents to the address provided by your notary. Once received, the notary will notarize the document and send it to your recipient. (Shipping not included)

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What forms of ID are acceptable?

A government-issued ID must be sent before the meeting via email for signer verification. The notary will also verify the ID during the live session.

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Acceptable forms of ID include the following photo IDs if valid and unexpired.

• State Issued Driver’s License

• State Issued Photo ID

• US/Foreign Passport Book

• US Passport Card

• Certificate of US citizenship

• Certificate of Naturalization

• Alien Registration Card with Photo

• Military ID

 

 

Can I Come to Your Location?

We do not have a physical store location that you can come to. The addresses displayed in our ads and website are only for written correspondence and mailing purposes. Our service is strictly mobile or over the Internet and by appointment only. Appointments and payments can be made online. CLICK HERE TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

 

To reschedule a booked appointment, send an email request to info@clermontsmobilenotary.com.