A Notary Public is an official of integrity appointed by state government, serving the public as an impartial witness in certifying the proper execution of many life-changing documents of private citizens.
1. Gather Acceptable Identification
Bring a current, government-issued photo ID that verifies your identity. Maryland notaries typically accept:
* Driver’s license or state ID
* U.S. passport
* Military ID
* Other government-issued IDs with photo and signature
The name on your ID must match the name on the document being notarized.
2. Do Not Sign the Document Ahead of Time
Unless the notary instructs otherwise, you must sign the document in the notary’s presence. Maryland notaries will not notarize documents that have already been signed (for most notarial acts).
3. Ensure the Document Is Complete
* All pages must be included.
* Blank spaces should be filled in or marked “N/A.”
* Maryland notaries cannot notarize incomplete documents or portions that are left blank.
4. Know What Notarial Act You Need
Common Maryland notarial acts include:
Acknowledgment (verifies who you are and that you signed voluntarily)
Jurat (you swear/affirm the truth of what’s in the document)
Signature witnessing
Ask the document recipient or issuer which act is required. The notary cannot choose the type for you if it’s not appropriate for the document.
5. Bring All Required Signers
If more than one person needs to sign, all signers must appear before the notary in Maryland. Electronic notarization and remote online notarization (RON) may be options if agreed upon by the notary and signers (RON services are currently unavailable).
6. Prepare for an Oath or Affirmation (If needed)
For jurats and other sworn statements, be ready to swear or affirm that what you are signing is truthful under penalty of perjury.
7. Maryland Fees and Payment
Maryland sets maximum allowable fees for notarial acts, which notaries must follow. Check with your notary in advance about any charges, especially if you’re using a mobile or after-hours service.
8. Remote Online Notarization (Optional) COMING SOON
Maryland allows remote online notarizations if the notary is authorized and the technology meets state requirements. If you plan to notarize remotely, confirm details and technology requirements (e.g., secure audio/video, identity verification).
* Notarization, mileage and administrative fees are regulated by the State of Maryland.
* Fees will be determined once details of the notarization are established.
* Credit/Debit cards with Visa or Mastercard logo are accepted as well as cash.
Your privacy will be taken very seriously. As a Notary Public, the State of Maryland requires me to obtain certain data, as such, I will take all appropriate steps to protect your private information.
I am not an attorney and therefore, by law, I cannot explain or interpret the contents of any document of the document signer, instruct the signer on how to complete a document or direct a signer on the advisability of signing a particular document. By doing so, I would be engaging in unauthorized practice of law, and could face legal penalties.
Where Every Signature Matters
Mon | By Appointment | |
Tue | By Appointment | |
Wed | By Appointment | |
Thu | By Appointment | |
Fri | By Appointment | |
Sat | By Appointment | |
Sun | Closed |
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