RULONA
When do I start using my new notary stamp when I am renewing my notary commission?
When you are in the process of renewing your notary commission, it is important to know when you can start using your new official stamp.
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Notary Certificate Must Indicate Electronic Notarization
The Pennsylvania Department of State notes that the notary wording attached to or logically associated with an electronic notarial act must indicate that the act involved the use of communication technology.
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Notarizing a Signature By Mark in Pennsylvania
A signature by mark is an alternative to writing a full signature. In this article, we discuss what we suggest is best when notarizing a signature by mark.
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New Year Notary Review
As 2022 approaches, it is time to review some of the most important rules a notary must follow! No matter how long you have been a commissioned notary, it is good to refresh your knowledge of the basics each year.
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The First Line of Defense Against Fraud
A notarization indicates to the receiver of the document that the signer appeared before a notary public, was identified, and signed the document. The notary's official stamp and signature indicate that the notarization was performed according to the law.
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The Department of State's Disciplinary Actions: January - February 2021
The Bureau of Election Services and Notaries took the following disciplinary actions against notaries public in January and February 2021.
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More RULONA Tidbits
RULONA, Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, what you need to know
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The Challenges of Implementing RULONA
How the Department of State implemented the new notary public law.
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Highlights of the Proposed Regulations on RULONA
Highlights of the proposed regulations on RULONA.
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One Year Anniversary of RULONA
The enactment of RULONA in 2017 changed the way notaries fulfill their notarial duties.
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Assessing the Competency and Willingness of the Signer
Section 308 in RULONA specifically authorizes a notary to refuse service based on the notary's satisfaction with the circumstances of the transaction.
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What's the Difference Between RULONA and Regulations?
You must follow both the new notary law (RULONA) and regulations.
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Questions on RULONA
A list of questions PAN received about the new notary law (RULONA).
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A RULONA Compliant Checklist
A handy checklist to follow to be sure you are compliant with the notary public law.
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How Do You Notarize Under RULONA, the New Notary Public Law?
Learn the step-by-step process for four of the most common notary acts under RULONA, the new notary public law.
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New Notary Law Begins Oct. 26
What does the new notary public law - RULONA - mean to you as a Pennsylvania notary?
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Where is the Revised Notary Law?
A status of the new Pennsylvania Notary Law, also known as the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts.
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