Notary and Motor Vehicle News
The latest information on notary and motor vehicle news for the state of Pennsylvania.
Finish the Commissioning Process
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.
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Dealing with Unique Signatures
How to deal with customers who cannot provide their signatures because of a medical condition or disability.
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Center City Notary First of Its Kind in Philly
Philadelphia has its first 24-hour notary service and it's spearheaded by a PAN member.
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Follow Insurance Guidelines to Title, Register Vehicles
In this follow-up article, we review the requirements for proof of insurance when titling and registering motor vehicles.
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Follow ID Guidelines to Title, Register Vehicles
Accept only approved forms of identification when titling and registering a vehicle in Pennsylvania
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Sending Problem Documents to PAN? Check for Sensitive Information First
Redact your customer's personal information before you send a document to PAN for help.
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Agents Required to Verify Fair Market Value on MV-3
Motor vehicle agents are required to verify the fair market value of vehicles that meet certain requirements.
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Enjoy Helping People?
Our new program - PVC - PAN's Volunteer Connection - your pipeline to volunteer opportunities.
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Can I Notarize for an Out-of-State Resident?
Information on whether you can notarize for individuals who are not Pennsylvania residents and for individuals with out-of-state documents.
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A 25-Year Salute
Team leader and CSR Ruth Kohler celebrates 25 years with PAN.
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When it comes to Redacting - Should You?
When and if you should redact information from your notary register.
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Disciplinary Actions - January-February 2017
A listing of disciplinary actions taken by the Department of State against Pennsylvania notaries.
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Member News - January 2017
News about PAN members Leila Karam, Pat Amabile and The John Yurconic Agency.
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Notary Helps Bring Down Attorney General
Notary provides evidence to help convict attorney general.
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Honoring Notaries Public
Celebrating Notary Public Day.
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When There's Personal or Financial Interest
How to determine when a notary has personal or financial interest in a transaction.
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Disciplinary Actions - November-December 2016
A listing of disciplinary actions taken by the Department of State against Pennsylvania notaries.
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Saved by Her Register
A notary's accurate register saved her from a potential lawsuit.
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Keeping a Proper Notary Register
The importance of keeping a proper notary register.
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Education Necessary for Notaries to Become Court Reporters
Education is needed for notaries to become court reporters.
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