Notary Public Duties and Stories Archives

Legal Advice by Notaries – What’s Legal and What’s Not

by Andrea | Jun 4, 2025 | Notary Public Duties and Stories

In California, notaries public are strictly limited in the scope of their duties, and giving legal advice is generally outside their authority unless they are also licensed attorneys. According to California law, notaries are prohibited from engaging in the...

Acceptable Forms of Identification When Performing Notary Service

by Andrea Soldo | Jun 17, 2024 | Notary Public Duties and Stories

In the State of California there are very specific laws pertaining to acceptable forms of identification when performing notary service. As a mobile notary, this information is very valuable and ensures a smooth transaction for all parties. Acceptable Identification...

The Duties of a Notary Public

by Andrea Soldo | Apr 24, 2023 | Notary Public Duties and Stories

The primary job duty of a notary is to help prevent fraud. This is accomplished by witnessing the signing of documents and verifying their authenticity. Notaries public must also keep documentation of all that they’ve notarized in a journal. While that sounds simple,...

Notary Public

by Andrea Soldo | Sep 27, 2022 | Notary Public Duties and Stories

I love being a Notary Public! I am currently on my 16th year of being a Mobile Notary. My company name is Andrea’s Mobile Notary and Loan Signing. My website is www.MobileNotarybyAndrea.com I am very proud and thankful to say that I have reached 236+ five star...

Mobile Notary Service

by Andrea Soldo | Jul 6, 2022 | Notary Public Duties and Stories

I am entering into my 16th year as a Mobile Notary. I thoroughly enjoy being a Notary and providing Mobile Notary service! A Notary’s role is an extremely important one. With that importance comes responsibility of knowing your Notary laws and keeping informed...

The Importance of An Experienced Mobile Notary

by Andrea Soldo | Jan 8, 2019 | Notary Public Duties and Stories

Recently, one of my regular mobile notary clients mentioned he felt the role of a mobile notary was a commodity. Although, he expressed his appreciation for my experience and expertise, he thought the general consensus was anyone can stamp a document that requires a...