Updated September 01, 2023
A Rhode Island notary acknowledgment is an instrument used to formally authenticate the signatures on a legal document. This type of authentication is typically used for bills of sale, living trusts, wills, and other documents which must be authenticated in order to comply with State law. The acknowledgment form must accompany the document being notarized when brought to the notary. Once the identities of all parties have been affirmed, each individual should provide their signature on the initial document. The process is considered complete once the acknowledgment form has been filled in and signed by the notary. While not required by state law, the notary may also place a seal on the form to further authenticate the document.
Laws – § 3(f)
Notary Handbook – Explains the duties of notarial officers. Also found within the handbook are operating procedures that have been recommended by the State of Rhode Island.
How to Notarize in Rhode Island (4 steps)
1. Find Notary
- A Local Bank or Credit Union (Citizens Bank has several branches in the State)
- UPS Store
- Public Notary Services
3. Show ID
Verify a Notary in Rhode Island (4 steps)
Step 1
Step 2
Step 4
How to Write (For Notary)
Step 1 – Begin by downloading the form in one of the following formats: PDF, Microsoft Word, Open Document Text.
Step 2 – Enter into the empty spaces the following information:
- State
- County
- Date (day, month, year)
- Name of the document signer
- Type of identification
Step 3 – Indicate the purpose of the acknowledgment form by filling in the appropriate parenthetical field. Below that, the notary must provide their seal/stamp and give their signature to complete the form.