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Frequently Asked Questions
What identification is acceptable?
A. Identification Documents – The notary public can establish the identity of the signer using identifcation documents as follows (Civil Code section 1185(b)(3) and (4)):1. There is reasonable reliance on any one of the following forms of identifcation, provided it is current or was issued within 5 years:a. An identifcation card or driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles;b. A United States passport;c. An inmate identifcation card issued by the California Department of Corrections andRehabilitation, if the inmate is in custody in California state prison;d. Any form of inmate identifcation issued by a sheriff’s department, if the inmate is in custody in a local detention facility; or2. There is reasonable reliance on any one of the following forms of identifcation, provided that it also contains a photograph, description of the person, signature of the person, and an identifying number:(a) Avalidconsularidentifcationdocumentissuedbyaconsulatefromtheapplicant’scountry of citizenship, or a valid passport from the applicant’s country of citizenship;(b) A driver’s license issued by another state or by a Canadian or Mexican public agency authorized to issue driver’s licenses;(c) An identifcation card issued by another state;(d)A United States military identifcation card (caution: current military identifcation cards might not contain all the required information);(e) An employee identifcation card issued by an agency or offce of the State of California, or an agency or offce of a city, county, or city and county in California.(f) An identifcation card issued by a federally recognized tribal government.
What forms do you provide?
We do not provide forms. Many fill-in forms can be found with a quick online general search. Let me know if you need help finding a specific form.
What types of forms require notarization?
How are your fees determined?
The fees are per signature based on the current California Secretary of State-Government Code section 8211. Travel fee is additional. Please call to discuss.
How do you accept payment?
Payment can be accepted by Zelle, Venmo, PayPal or company check with prior notice. Cash for the agreed amount is always welcomed.
Can you notarize immigration forms?
No, I am not certified to notarize immigration forms.
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