What is a Notary and what can you do for me?

• A notary public is a state-commissioned official who verifies your identity, witnesses you sign a document, and confirms you’re signing willingly and knowingly. Common services include witnessing signatures on powers of attorney, affidavits, wills, and other legal documents. A notary is not an attorney and cannot draft documents, explain legal terms, or give legal advice.

What do I need to bring?

• A current, unexpired, government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, or passport). Bring the unsigned document — Arizona notaries must witness the actual signing, so don’t sign in advance. If your document requires witnesses, arrange for them to be present too.

What types of documents can you Notarize?

• Most personal and legal documents requiring a witnessed signature: powers of attorney, affidavits, wills, trusts, parental consent forms, and similar. I can’t notarize a document I don’t understand the purpose of, one where I have a personal or financial interest, or one for a signer who can’t demonstrate they understand what they’re signing.

How much do you charge?

• Arizona caps notary fees at $10 per notarial act (per signature for an acknowledgment or jurat, per page for a copy certification, or per act for an oath/affirmation). I’ll also charge a separate travel fee, based on the state’s authorized mileage rate, disclosed to you before the appointment. You can see more information on the Pricings page.

Where should we meet?

• We can meet wherever works best for you! I can meet you at your office, workplace, hospital room, or another agreed location, whatever is of most convenience to you! I can also meet you at your house (though we will stay outside for the duration of the meeting). Essentially, wherever you are I will come to you! If you are not sure where is best I highly recommend a coffee shop as an easy neutral space.

Can you refuse to notarize something?

• Yes. Arizona notaries must decline if the signer can’t provide valid ID, appears confused, pressured, or unable to understand the document, or if the notary has a personal stake in the transaction. This is to protect both you and the document’s legal validity.