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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.

Exam Preparation Tools Available

PAN has a variety of tools to help you study for your Pearson VUE notary exam. Read more

Eliminate Exam Anxieties

by PAN
The more you know about the notary exam, the less anxious you'll be. Read more

Disciplinary Actions - March-April 2018

by PAN
A list of disciplinary actions taken by the Secretary of the Commonwealth against notaries who violated the notary public law. Read more

PAN CSR Travels to Bangladesh

by PAN
PAN CSR Megan Kurpakus traveled to Bangladesh over the Christmas holiday to participate in her best friend's wedding. Read more

Notary Expert Available for Speaking Engagements

by PAN
PAN President Marc L. Aronson, an expert in notary law and practice, is available to speak to your professional organization, company or civic group on the new notary law, RULONA. Read more

Proper Journal Use

by PAN
Are you filling in your RULONA-compliant journal correctly? Read more

Questions on RULONA

by PAN
A list of questions PAN received about the new notary law (RULONA). Read more

Experiencing the Notary Exam

by PAN
A PAN member shares her experience taking the required notary exam for first-time notaries. Read more

The Diference Between an Oath or Affirmation and a Verification on Oath or Affirmation

by PAN
Difference between an oath or affirmation and a verification on oath or affirmation. Read more

Reappointment Process Roadmap

by PAN
A handy reappointment process roadmap to ensure that renewing your commission goes smoothly. Read more

Charity Auction Nets $2,204 for Vets

by PAN
PAN's third annual charity auction raised over $2,200 for a western Pennsylvania veterans program. Read more

A RULONA Compliant Checklist

by PAN
A handy checklist to follow to be sure you are compliant with the notary public law. Read more

More Than Witnessing Signatures

by PAN
Being a notary is more than just witnessing signatures. Read more

Are You Compliant with the Law?

by PAN
Are you compliant with the notary law's mandates that were effective on October 26, 2017? Read more

How to Avoid Taking the Notary Exam

by PAN
Renewing notaries can avoid taking the notary exam by following a few simple things. Read more

Info on the Pearson VUE Notary Exam Process

by PAN
Information on the notary exam given by Pearson VUE. Read more

How Do You Notarize Under RULONA, the New Notary Public Law?

by PAN
Learn the step-by-step process for four of the most common notary acts under RULONA, the new notary public law. Read more

Notary Education Requirement

by PAN
What is the education requirement under RULONA, effective October 26, 2017. Read more

New Entries Part of Journal

by PAN
More details are involved in completing entries in a RULONA-compliant journal. Read more

Witnessing or Attesting a Signature

by PAN
As of Oct. 26, 2017, notaries gain a notary notary act - witnessing or attesting a signature. This notary act authorizes a notary to witness or attest a signature. 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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