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Notary Blog

Notary and Motor Vehicle News

The latest information on notary and motor vehicle news for the state of Pennsylvania.

Your Duties When Notarizing

by PAN
A notary's duties under RULONA. Read more

Prohibited Acts and Sanctions

by PAN
A list of prohibited acts and the sanctions as per RULONA. Read more

Verifying Signatures in Lieu of Notarization on Motor Vehicle Forms

by PAN
Verifying a person's signature in lieu of notarization on documents and forms required to apply for a certificate of title. Read more

Driver and Vehicle Services Updates Aug., Sept., and Oct. 2017

by PAN
Driver and Vehicle Services Updates for August, September and October 2017. Read more

Notarizing Foreign Language Documents

by PAN
Notarizing foreign language documents is easy if you follow a few simple guidelines. Read more

Common Problems Found During PennDOT Audits

by PAN
A listing of the common problems found when PennDOT audits its authorized agents. Read more

Assessing the Competency and Willingness of the Signer

by PAN
Section 308 in RULONA specifically authorizes a notary to refuse service based on the notary's satisfaction with the circumstances of the transaction. Read more

Driver and Vehicle Services Updates April and May 2017

by PAN
PennDOT's Driver and Vehicle Services Updates bulletin for April and May 2017. Read more

Driver and Vehicle Services Updates Dec., 2016, Jan. 2017

by PAN
A list of driver and vehicle services updates from December 2016 and January 2017. Read more

What's the Difference Between RULONA and Regulations?

by PAN
You must follow both the new notary law (RULONA) and regulations. Read more

Recordkeeping for Full Agents and Dealers

by PAN
Full Agents and dealers are required to keep careful records of the official acts they perform as authorized agents of PennDOT. Read more

DHS Grants Extension to Comply with REAL ID

by PAN
The Department of Homeland Security has granted Pennsylvania a five-month extension to comply with REAL ID. Read more

Used Car Dealers: Update the Buyers Guide

by PAN
Changes to Used Car Rules as Required by the FTC. Read more

Legislative Summary

by PAN
A list of bills passed by Pennsylvania's General Assembly. Read more

Driver and Vehicle Services Updates Oct., Nov., Dec. 2016

by PAN
A list of the driver and vehicle services updates for Oct., Nov., and Dec. 2016. Read more

Check Edition Dates on PennDOT Forms

by PAN
When you need the latest version of a motor vehicle or driver licensing form, go to www.dmv.pa.gov. Read more

Act 97 Separates ATV, Snowmobile Funds

by PAN
An amendment to the Vehicle Code established the separate restricted accounts in the state treasury to ensure the more equitable distribution of money collected from all-terrain vehicle and snowmobile operations. Read more

PAN's Motor Vehicle Packets

by PAN
A listing of PAN's motor vehicle packets. Read more

Let's Talk Cycles

by PAN
A description of various cycles as defined under Pennsylvania law. Read more

Act 91 Addresses Vehicle Transfers to Scrap Metal Processors

by PAN
This act eliminates the notarization requirement for a certificate of title or certificate of salvage when the vehicle is transferred to a scrap metal processor. Read more

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If you make a mistake you can be held liable, which could result in a claim against your $10,000 bond. The Pennsylvania Association of Notaries (PAN) can help you notarize documents that confuse you.

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