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Notarial Law Personal Appearance Requirement and Consequences of Non-Compliance
The Supreme Court explains why personal appearance before a notary public is mandatory, and the penalties for violating the 2004 Rules on Notarial Practice.
Jun 20, 2018notarial practicenotary public2004 rules on notarial practiceadministrative caselegal ethicscode of professional responsibility
Notarization Rules: When a Notary Public Violates the 2004 Rules on Notarial Practice
The Supreme Court defines the strict personal appearance requirement for notarization and the penalties for violating notarial rules.
Feb 6, 2018administrative lawnotarial practiceclerks of courtinefficiencyincompetencea.m. no. 02-8-13-sc
Notarial Duty and Administrative Liability: Upholding Integrity in Court Services
A branch clerk of court was suspended for notarizing documents without following the 2004 Rules on Notarial Practice. Learn the rules and risks.