How Do You Become A Notary Online?
A notary is the person you go to when you need your signature witnessed on documents. Notaries also administer oaths, take depositions and similar tasks. They are considered public officials, commissioned (licensed) by their state government. Although you can take traditional classes through your Secretary of State’s Office in most states, there are online notary courses available that many state governments recommend. You can prepare to become a notary online right up to the final step of being sworn in (that has to be done in person). Step 1 Determine your state’s requirements to become a notary online. In general, you must be at least 18 and able to read and write English. Misdemeanor convictions for fraud or other dishonest acts, felony convictions or having a past notary commission revoked disqualify a person for several years, or even permanently (depending on state regulations). Some states require you be a resident of that state but not all. The same is true of bonding. You hav
