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Notary Blog

notary equipment

Lost or Stolen Notary Equipment? Here’s What You Should Do

by PAN
As a Pennsylvania notary, safeguarding your tools—such as your official stamp and journal—is essential to staying compliant. However, despite your best efforts, there may be times when your equipment is lost, stolen, or otherwise misplaced. Read more

When Your Stamp or Journal is Lost or Stolen

by PAN
What should you do if your notary stamp or journal is lost or stolen? Read more

Your Notary Equipment Belongs to You

by PAN
Your notary equipment, no matter who paid for it, belongs to you, the notary. Read more

Hold Onto That Embossing Seal

by PAN
You may still use an embossing seal in conjunction with your official notary stamp. Read more

What Do I Do With My Old Stamp?

by PAN
When you resign or retire as a notary or your stamp has expired, here's what you need to do. Read more

Your Notary Stamp

by PAN
New notary public law - RULONA - and the changes to your official notary stamp. Read more

When to Replace Your Notary Rubber Stamp Seal

by PAN
Details on when you need to replace your notary stamp. Read more

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