Updated September 01, 2023
A New Jersey notary acknowledgment form is a document that a notary public uses to authenticate a signature. Certain legal documents, such as deeds, property transfers, agreements, and power of attorney forms, usually require that they be notarized. In the case of a notary acknowledgment, the signer does not have to sign their document in front of the notary. However, they will be required to provide an ID that also displays their signature. If the notary public approves the signer’s identity and intention to put the legal instrument into action, they will notarize the document by filling out the notary acknowledgment form. Unlike most states, New Jersey does not require that a notary provide a notary stamp/seal as long as they have clearly written their name, county, and commission expiry date in addition to signing.
Laws – § 46:14-2.1
New Jersey Notary Public Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – An online guide detailing the duties, rules, and regulations for a notary public, as well as on how to become one.
How to Notarize in New Jersey (4 steps)
1. Find Notary
- Banks or Credit Unions – PNC Bank and Wells Fargo have the most bank locations in New Jersey.
- UPS Stores
- Private Notary Services
Verify a Notary in New Jersey (7 steps)
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How to Write (For Notary)
Step 1 – Download the New Jersey Notary Acknowledgment form as a PDF, Microsoft Word, or Open Document Text file.
Step 2 – Next, enter the following information into the blank spaces of the document:
- Name of your associated county
- The date
- Your name
- The name of the signer and/or witnesses
Step 3 – At the bottom of the form, you must provide the following credentials in order to complete the notarization process:
- Your handwritten signature
- Your printed name
- Your commission expiration date
- Your notary seal or stamp (not required)