Is a thumbprint required for a notary in Arizona?

Nothing prevents a Notary from asking for a thumbprint for every notarial act, if the signer is willing. However, a Notary may not refuse to notarize a document if the signer has complied with all other laws governing notarization and the document type is not one that requires a journal thumbprint.

Can I notarize anywhere in Arizona?

Anywhere in the state of Arizona. Who can I notarize for? You can notarize for any member of the public who makes a sensible request and meets all the requirements for notarization. For Example: Must have proof of identity and be physically present.

Can an Arizona notary notarize for a family member?

Can I perform a notarization for a family member? Arizona law states you may not notarize for certain family members: spouse, son, daughter, mother, or father. However, most notary authorities agree notaries must NOT notarize for any of their family member.

Can Blockchain replace Notaries?

Blockchain timestamps cannot replace notaries under current notary laws. A notary is an authorized public official who prevents fraud by following notary laws to perform notarial acts.

How much can a mobile notary charge in Arizona?

Reminder: Per Notary Rules, Notary fees shall be from “No charge up to a maximum of $10.00 per Notarial Act”. This includes electronic and remote online notary fees. You must be a current, active Arizona notary public. You must review the applicable Administrative Rules BEFORE applying.

Can a notary also be a witness in Arizona?

The Court of Appeals decision The Arizona Court of Appeals disagreed with the local probate court. The appellate decision focused primarily on the issue of a notary as witness. According to the Court of Appeals, a notary can also serve as a witness to the signing.

What is a blockchain notary?

A remote notarization platform is a digital tool a notary needs to allow the notary or an organization with notaries to enable document owners to prove their ownership and protect rights, create contracts between the unlimited amount of parties, and have information on the latest signed document on the blockchain.

How can blockchain be used to digitally notary transactions?

The ability to certify existence is at the foundation of notarizing. Blockchain technology is optimized to carry out this function effortlessly. The document itself can be saved on the blockchain. Any modifications on such a document are detected and easily traced through the timestamps placed on the document.

What is the maximum a notary can charge in Arizona?

The maximum allowable fees an Arizona notary public may charge for notarial acts are listed below: For an acknowledgment– up to $10.00 per notary signature. For an oath or affirmation–up to $10.00 per notarial act. For a jurat—up to $10 per notary signature.