Q & A

Warning

The preparation of deeds, notes, mortgages, and any other documents related to the transfer of property does not fall within the duties or powers of a notary public. A notary public may not offer advice related to the documents involved in the transfer of property or any other legal document.

WHAT TYPES OF IDENTIFICATION ARE ALLOWED?

Our notary agents accept most forms of identification. We accept a current driver's license, passport, non-license driver's ID or military ID. Note: The only acceptable forms of ID are U.S. issued IDs.

ARE THERE ANY TYPES OF DOCUMENTS WHICH CAN NOT BE NOTARIZED?

If a document is registered with a government agency, such as the office of the Secretary of State, a county clerk, or a court, it is necessary to obtain certified copies from that agency. These records cannot be notarized by a mobile notary.

WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT ARE ACCEPTABLE?

We accept a multitude of payments. All major credit cards, debit cards and cash are accepted forms of payment. For business customers, an invoice can be arranged and sent. After receipt of our charges, simply bill your customers.

DO  NOTARIES GIVE LEGAL ADVICE OR DRAFT LEGAL DOCUMENTS?

No. All states ban the practice of law by non-attorneys. A notary may be held liable for any damages resulting from incorrectly chosen certificates or notarizations.

IS A DOCUMENT CONSIDERED "TRUE" OR "LEGAL" IF IT IS NOTARIZED? 

Notaries are not liable for the accuracy or legality of the documents that they are notarizing. Notaries certify the signer's identity. The contents of the documents is the responsibility of the signers.

HOW MUCH DOES A NOTORIAL ACT USUALLY COST?

State law dictates that the maximum fee for a single notarial act or signature be no more than $5. However mobile notary services are a convenience and will more than likely incur additional costs for travel and time at the client's expense. This will be determined while setting up an appointment.

WHERE ARE YOUR SERVICES PROVIDED?

We will come to a place that is convenient for you. Whether it be at your home, office, restaurant, hospital or correctional facility.

Title 26, Chapter 1 of S.C. Code of Laws defines the duties and acts performed by notaries public in the state of South Carolina. The Secretary of State commissions notaries public for South Carolina and keeps their oaths of office on file. Notaries public are public officers whose main purpose is to prevent fraud in the execution of documents.