General
Beware of Notary Scam Emails
We've recently been alerted to a scam targeting notaries, where fraudulent emails are being sent out using PAN's name and address. These emails solicit samples of notarized documents, likely aiming to steal notary stamp images for fraudulent activities.
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New Seminars Added for Early 2024
We are excited to announce that we have scheduled a variety of seminar options for January through March. You can now choose between live in-person and Zoom seminars, offering flexibility and convenience to fit your learning preferences.
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Important Updates from PennDOT: Bulletins 24-18 and 24-19
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has recently issued two bulletins, 24-18 and 24-19, which are essential for all agents and their employees involved in driver and vehicle services.
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Replacement of Illegible Registration Plates
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has provided new options for customers to replace illegible registration plates, making the process easier and more convenient.
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PennDOT Bulletin 24-08 - General Registration Reissuance
PennDOT has initiated a reissuance process to replace the oldest registration plates in use, starting with plates beginning with the letters E, F, G, H, and Y during a transfer of the registration plate to a new vehicle. This process, which began in January 2018, aims to ensure that vehicles on the
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Driver & Vehicle Services Update
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) issued Driver and Vehicle Services Update Bulletins 23-23 and 23-24.
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Beware of third-party websites when ordering official government documents
Ordering official government documents online can be a convenient way to get the things you need, but it is important to be aware of the risks involved. Third-party websites that offer to help you order these documents can charge you extra money and even steal your personal information.
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PennDOT Bulletin 23-21 - Registration Plate Replacement Fees
Recently, PennDOT revised and created several forms to assist processors and to provide clarity to customers when requesting a replacement registration plate. These changes will help streamline our process, provide clarity when a fee is due with an application and make it easier for our customers to
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New Commercial Driver License (CDL) Skills Testing to be Implemented by PennDOT
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced the implementation of a modernized commercial driver's license (CDL) skills testing system. This new system is designed to improve the accuracy and efficiency of CDL testing for commercial drivers.
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PennDOT Act 89 Fee Adjustments
Act 89, which became law on November 25, 2013, biennially amends many sections of Title 75. Act 89 represents an investment in Pennsylvania’s future: increasing public safety, driving commerce, creating jobs, and providing reliable funding for our transportation needs without leaving the bill to our
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PennDOT announces New Functionality within Dealer and Agent Services (DAS) System
PennDOT has announced new enhanced functionality within the Dealer Agent Services (DAS) System. This new feature will allow authorized agents and dealers to order, return, and request refunds for temporary registration plates. They can also view their account balances and inventory credits.
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Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Expands Documents Accepted as Proof of Social Security Number
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is expanding the documents that residents can use to prove their Social Security number when applying for a REAL ID. The new policy will allow residents to use a W-2 form, an SSA-1099 form, a non-SSA-1099 form or pay stub with applicant’s name
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The Importance of Demanding Personal Appearance
As a notary in Pennsylvania, one of the most important things you can do as a notary is to demand personal appearance of your customers. At PAN, we consider it the “Golden Rule” for being a notary.
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PAN's Find a Notary Feature
Our Find a Notary feature on our website, allows you to search for notaries in your area. Simply enter your zip code and the distance, and the tool will provide you with a list of nearby notaries. You can even filter your search by language and services offered.
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Fill Out Your Notary Applications Online: A Convenient and Time-Saving Feature
PAN members can now fill out notary applications online. We are excited to offer this feature as a benefit of membership.
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Consumer Price Index (CPI) Fee Adjustments Announced
Act 89, which became law on November 25, 2013, biennially amends many sections of Title 75. Act 89 represents an investment in Pennsylvania’s future: increasing public safety, driving commerce, creating jobs, and providing reliable funding for our transportation needs without leaving the bill to
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DLDV is back in business effective March 28
Effective Tuesday, March 28, 2023, Integrators will restore the DLDV requirement in their systems and all agents are again required to complete the DLDV check for processes that require identification verification.
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Central Registration Plate Reissuance Memo
PennDOT is now expanding the general reissuance program to include the “G” and “H” series passenger plates. These plate series were manufactured over ten years ago and many are showing their age.
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PennDOT Memo on the Driver’s License Data Verification (DLDV) system
As you are aware, all agents involved with title and registration transactions have been required to use the Driver’s License Data Verification (DLDV) system and process regardless of online status.
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Live Education Seminars Added for Remainder of 2023
PAN has added live in-person seminars and live via Zoom seminars for the remainder of 2023 on our website.
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