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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.

Finish the Commissioning Process

by PAN
If you do not finish the commission process which includes taking the oath of office, recording your bond and registering your signature, you cannot notarize. Read more

Dealing with Unique Signatures

by PAN
How to deal with customers who cannot provide their signatures because of a medical condition or disability. Read more

Center City Notary First of Its Kind in Philly

by PAN
Philadelphia has its first 24-hour notary service and it's spearheaded by a PAN member. Read more

Follow Insurance Guidelines to Title, Register Vehicles

by PAN
In this follow-up article, we review the requirements for proof of insurance when titling and registering motor vehicles. Read more

Follow ID Guidelines to Title, Register Vehicles

by PAN
Accept only approved forms of identification when titling and registering a vehicle in Pennsylvania Read more

Sending Problem Documents to PAN? Check for Sensitive Information First

by PAN
Redact your customer's personal information before you send a document to PAN for help. Read more

Agents Required to Verify Fair Market Value on MV-3

by PAN
Motor vehicle agents are required to verify the fair market value of vehicles that meet certain requirements. Read more

Enjoy Helping People?

by PAN
Our new program - PVC - PAN's Volunteer Connection - your pipeline to volunteer opportunities. Read more

Can I Notarize for an Out-of-State Resident?

by PAN
Information on whether you can notarize for individuals who are not Pennsylvania residents and for individuals with out-of-state documents. Read more

A 25-Year Salute

by PAN
Team leader and CSR Ruth Kohler celebrates 25 years with PAN. Read more

When it comes to Redacting - Should You?

by PAN
When and if you should redact information from your notary register. Read more

Disciplinary Actions - January-February 2017

by PAN
A listing of disciplinary actions taken by the Department of State against Pennsylvania notaries. Read more

Member News - January 2017

by PAN
News about PAN members Leila Karam, Pat Amabile and The John Yurconic Agency. Read more

Notary Helps Bring Down Attorney General

by PAN
Notary provides evidence to help convict attorney general. Read more

Honoring Notaries Public

by PAN
Celebrating Notary Public Day. Read more

When There's Personal or Financial Interest

by PAN
How to determine when a notary has personal or financial interest in a transaction. Read more

Disciplinary Actions - November-December 2016

A listing of disciplinary actions taken by the Department of State against Pennsylvania notaries. Read more

Saved by Her Register

by PAN
A notary's accurate register saved her from a potential lawsuit. Read more

Keeping a Proper Notary Register

by PAN
The importance of keeping a proper notary register. Read more

Education Necessary for Notaries to Become Court Reporters

by PAN
Education is needed for notaries to become court reporters. Read more

Not a Member?

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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