A notary stamp on a document plays a crucial role in instilling trust and confidence among strangers engaging in business transactions. A notary’s stamp affixed on a document proves that the notary has verified the signers’ identities and their willingness to sign, thereby facilitating smoother ...
The exact wording of the jurat depends on what the notary is notarizing, and the state where he works. Texas Secretary of State gives the following example of a certified true copy template: "On this day of , (year), I certify that the preceding or attached document, is a true, exact...
Of course, this won’t be enough if the final recipient of the document checks the signature; you’re on your own when it comes to forgery. And in my state the notary has to keep a record of the document he signs; this one won’t be in his records if he’s ever asked. But if...