ABC Notary Service

ABC provides independent mobile notary referral services.

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Mobile Notary Service in Hollywood & Los Angeles

ABC Translations is pleased to provide independent notary referral services.

The process of notarizing a document is relatively straightforward; however, if it is improperly done it can set you back in both time and money. When you need a notary public, you want someone experienced, someone careful and friendly - someone who puts you as their top priority, and who smoothly and expeditiously notarizes your important documents. Our purpose is to provide you with the friendliest, most competent and professional notarial service in Hollywood, at a location which is also convenient to surrounding communities including West Hollywood, North Hollywood, Burbank, Sherman Oaks and Los Angeles.

For your added convenience, our independent notary is happy to travel to you for a nominal travel fee.

Our independent notary will be a delighted to serve you.

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Questions and Answers about Notary Services

What is a Notary Public?

A notary public acts as an official witness to the identity of a person who comes before the notary. A notary is authorized to witness or attest a signature, administer an oath or affirmation, certify an oath or affirmation, take acknowledgments, and certify or attest a copy. The notary must be certain that the person appearing before him/her is who that person claims to be.

What is a mobile notary?

A mobile notary is a Notary Public that will make signing your papers easier for you by coming to your house and/or place of business to sign your papers. (Additional fees will apply.)

Why are documents notarized?

Documents are notarized to deter fraud. An impartial witness (the Notary) ensures that the signers of documents are who they say they are and not impostors. The Notary makes sure that signers have entered into agreements knowingly and willingly.

May any document be notarized?

For a document to be notarized, it must contain:

1) text committing the signer in some way

2) an original signature (not a photocopy) of the document signer

3) a notarial "certificate" which may appear on the document itself or on an attachment. The Notary fills in the certificate, signs it, and then applies his/her seal to complete the notarization.

Is notarization required by law?

For many documents, yes. Certain affidavits, real estate deeds and other documents may not be legally binding unless they are properly notarized.

How does a notary identify a signer?

Generally, the Notary will ask to see a current identification document that has a photograph, physical description and a signature. A driver's license, military ID or passport will usually be acceptable.

How much does a notarization cost?

Fees vary as much as $10 in some states and as little as 50 cents in others in accordance with state law.

* Payment is made directly to the notary.

Does notarization mean that a document is "true" or "legal"?

No. Notaries are not responsible for the accuracy or legality of documents they notarize. Notaries certify the identity of signers. The signers are responsible for the content of the documents.

May a Notary give legal advice or draft legal documents?

Absolutely not. A Notary is forbidden from preparing legal documents for others or acting as a legal advisor unless he or she is also an attorney. Violators can be fined or jailed for the unauthorized practice of law.

May a Notary notarize or prepare immigration documents?

Only a few immigration forms need to be notarized, such as the Affidavit of Support (I- 134), but US Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) regulations state that no one may prepare or file another person's immigration papers unless he or she is an attorney or a US Justice Department-approved "accredited representative." Non-attorneys can provide clerical, secretarial or translating assistance with INS forms, as long as no advice is given. However, courts have held that even the selection of which forms to complete can constitute the practice of law, since the filing of INS forms creates legal consequences having a substantial impact on the applicant.

May a Notary refuse to serve people?

Only if the Notary is uncertain of a signer's identity, willingness or general competence, or has a good reason to suspect fraud. Notaries should not refuse to serve anyone because of race, religion, nationality, lifestyle, or because the person is not a client or customer. Discrimination on any basis is not a suitable policy for a public official.

» CALL 888-588-5222 extension 36

» You may also email your request to:

What you'll need to bring with you:

Yourself

The person whose signature is being notarized must personally appear before the notary.

Your completed document(s)

Please assure that all documents are completed before making your appointment.

A valid identification card

A valid identification card will be required from you, the signer in order for your document to be notarized. One of the following will do, so long as it is current or issued within the past 5 years:

A California state issued driver's license or identification card; U.S. Passport; Foreign Passport stamped by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS); Alien registration card (acceptable only for notarization of INS forms); Military service I.D. card or I.D. card issued by the U.S. government; Drivers license officially issued in Mexico or Canada.