Notary Needs to Check Information on New Notary Stamp Before Using the Notary Stamp

A mobile VA notary ordered a notary stamp and found out recently that the registration number was wrong. The client had applied for Authentication from the Virginia Secretary of the Commonwealth and was rejected. When the notary found out about the situation, the correct number was placed on the document The notary destroyed the stamp with the incorrect notary number and ordered a replacement stamp from another provider. The notary had another notary stamp with the correct notary number. The notary also showed the customer the notary appointment with correct notary number. The notary recommends all notaries check their notary stamp for the accuracy of information before using the stamp.

Meeting other states requirements?

Only the Commonwealth of VA sets the standards of notarization in Virginia. No, VA notaries do not need to meet the requirement of other states. Va Notaries need to comply with the newest VA notary Hand Book available on line; a reproducible seal is now required as July 1, 2008!!!!!!!