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Part 1

Michigan Notary Public Fundamentals

Know the law. Do it right. Gain confidence.

This class is for people thinking about becoming a Michigan Notary Public and commissioned notaries who want to make sure they are doing the job correctly.

What you’ll learn

  • How to become a Michigan Notary Public
  • Your role, responsibilities, and limitations
  • Michigan notary laws and prohibited acts
  • Properly identifying your signer
  • Acknowledgments versus jurats
  • Administering oaths and affirmations
  • Completing notarial certificates correctly
  • Notary journal best practices
  • Common mistakes that can put your commission and clients at risk
  • Hands-on practice using real-world scenarios

Your next step

Leave with clarity you can put into practice.

Leave knowing what to do, not only what you read, with a clearer understanding of Michigan notary responsibilities and practical appointment work.

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Next step

Ready when the document is.

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