Notary and Motor Vehicle News
The latest information on notary and motor vehicle news for the state of Pennsylvania.
Understanding Customer Payments
Before you complete any motor vehicle transaction that requires a fee, make sure the check or money order your customer gives you is acceptable for deposit.
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Going Back
PAN President Marc L. Aronson traveled back to a place he thought he'd never see again.
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PAN Member Announces Candidacy for Magisterial District Judge
Tracy Powell Markle announced her candidacy for magisterial district judge in district 41-3-01.
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Does a Notary Bond and E&O Insurance Pay for Fines Assessed by the State?
A notary bond and E&O Insurance does not cover fees or penalties ordered by the Department of State for violations against the notary public law.
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When Your Stamp or Journal is Lost or Stolen
What should you do if your notary stamp or journal is lost or stolen?
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Serving Up Hospital Patient Happiness
Hospital patient happiness is an important component of Cindy Emminger's work at UPMC Passavant Hospital.
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Look for our Membership Satisfaction Survey
When you see PAN's Membership Satisfaction Survey in your email sometime in May, Please help us by answering the questions.
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When You Need Notary Education
In Pennsylvania, all notaries are required to obtain notary education.
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Housing Fraud in Philly Running Rampant
Fraudulent notary stamps are being used in Philadelphia to steal properties.
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A Look Back at the First Black Woman Secretary of State
C. Delores Tucker was the first black Secretary of State in the nation.
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Introducing Pennsylvania's New Secretary of State
Kathy Boockvar is Pennsylvania's new Secretary of State as of January 2019.
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PAN Member Seeks Nomination for Recorder of Deeds
Bob Williams, of Beaver County, is seeking the Democratic nomination for recorder of deeds.
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Disciplinary Actions - March/April 2019
A list of disciplinary actions taken by the Department of State against notaries who have violated the notary public law.
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New Tutorial Features Animation
PAN's new tutorial on Signatures features animated characters to teach lessons.
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Education Required for Renewing Notaries
All notaries are now required to successfully complete three hours of notary education. This includes individuals who were exempt from education because they were notaries on July 1, 2003.
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PAN Member Has Lifelong Entrepreneurial Spirit
Love for his community and a deep entrepreneurial spirit continues to keep Stanley Sones active at 83 years old.
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All PA Notaries Need Education
Three hours of state-approved notary education is required for ALL first-time and renewing notaries.
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What To Do When You Are Resigning Your Commission
The steps you need to take when you resign your notary commission.
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Your Notary Equipment Belongs to You
Your notary equipment, no matter who paid for it, belongs to you, the notary.
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More RULONA Tidbits
RULONA, Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, what you need to know
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