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Notary Information Datasheet and Services Agreement

This Notary Information Datasheet and Services Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into by and between:

Service Provider (Notary):    Business Name:

Client Name:    Client Contact:

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Service Provider is a commissioned notary public duly authorized to perform notarial acts in the state identified in this datasheet and offers mobile and remote notarial services as permitted by law; and

WHEREAS, Client requires notarial services from Service Provider from time to time and seeks to document the Service Provider's credentials, fees, availability, and operative terms for such services; and

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants set forth herein, the parties agree as follows.

Notary Information Datasheet

Commission State:    Commission Expiration:

E&O Insurance: Yes No    Bonded: Yes No

Notary Services Offered

Acknowledgments    Jurats    Oaths/Affirmations

Certified Copies    Loan Documents    Mobile/Travel Notary

Electronic Notarization    Other:

Fees & Availability

Scope of Work

Service Provider will provide notarial services as requested by Client and as described in the Notary Services Offered and Fees sections. Services shall include performance of notarial acts, execution of notarial certificates, and, where agreed, travel to Client-designated locations within the agreed travel radius.

Payment Terms

Agreed Base Amount for services rendered under this Agreement: $

Late Payment: Unpaid amounts shall bear interest at on the outstanding balance, and Client shall be responsible for any collection costs, including reasonable attorney fees.

Term and Termination

Term Commencement Date:    Term End Date (if applicable):

Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience upon delivery of written notice to the other party not less than days prior to termination. Termination for material breach may be immediate upon written notice if the breaching party fails to cure within ten (10) days following receipt of notice.

Confidentiality

Each party acknowledges that in providing and receiving services under this Agreement it may have access to non-public, confidential, or proprietary information of the other party (Confidential Information). Except as required by law or as necessary to perform the obligations under this Agreement, each party shall (a) hold the other's Confidential Information in strict confidence, (b) use such Confidential Information only for the purposes of performing this Agreement, and (c) not disclose such Confidential Information to any third party without the prior written consent of the other party. This obligation shall survive termination of this Agreement for a period of three (3) years.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with the Notary Information Datasheet and any exhibits or attachments expressly incorporated herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations and discussions, whether oral or written. Any amendment or modification to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Acknowledgment

By signing below, each signatory represents and warrants that he or she has the authority to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the identified party, that the information provided in this datasheet is true and accurate to the best of his or her knowledge, and that each party agrees to the terms and conditions set forth herein.

Service Provider (Notary):

Printed Name:

By:

Date:

Client:

Printed Name:

By:

Date:

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What the Notary Information Datasheet Is

The Notary Information Datasheet is a standardized record used to collect the essential identity, contact, and transaction details needed for notarization or remote online notarization sessions. It centralizes party names, government ID data, document titles, signature blocks, notarization type (in-person or RON), and consent language so notaries and signing agents can complete acknowledgements, jurats, or certificates consistently. Organizations use the datasheet to speed scheduling, reduce errors in identity proofing, and maintain a single record that supports audit trails, retention rules, and post-closing queries from counsel or regulators.

Why a Standardized Datasheet Matters

A consistent Notary Information Datasheet reduces signature errors, simplifies identity verification, and creates a clear audit trail useful for compliance with ESIGN, UETA, and state notary requirements.

Why a Standardized Datasheet Matters

Who Completes and Uses This Datasheet

The datasheet is completed by signers, signing agents, corporate signatories, and notaries to collect consistent identity and transaction details before notarization.

  • Title and closing agents — Prepare for recorded closings, verify IDs, and attach to deed acknowledgements.
  • Healthcare administrators — Collect patient identity and consent details for HIPAA-compliant releases and authorizations.
  • Corporate legal teams — Ensure authorized signer information and corporate authority documentation are captured for contracts.

The collected data supports notarization, recordkeeping, security reviews, and any required post-closing audits or regulatory filings.

Step-by-Step: Completing the Datasheet and Notarization

Follow these sequential steps from data collection to final notarization to ensure accuracy and legal validity.

  • 01
    Prepare Datasheet: Collect IDs and contact details; attach supporting documents.
  • 02
    Verify Identity: Notary confirms ID using credential analysis or KBA as required.
  • 03
    Execute Notarization: Complete the acknowledgement or jurat; record date and notary signature.
  • 04
    Store Record: Retain the datasheet and audit trail according to applicable retention rules.

How to Configure an Online Notary Workflow

Set these workflow fields before sending documents for electronic or remote notarization to ensure proper authentication and audit capture.

Field Configuration
Signer Authentication Email + SMS code, or KBA for RON where required
Signature Type Select image overlay or PKI-based digital signature
Recording Settings Enable audio-video recording for RON sessions per state rule
Audit Trail Capture IP, timestamp, and action log for each signer

Technical Requirements for eSubmission and Notarization

Confirm integrations, file formats, and authentication methods before starting the signing process.

  • File Formats: PDF, DOCX, and other common formats are accepted
  • Integrations: Connectors such as Salesforce or NetSuite streamline routing
  • Authentication: SMS, email, KBA, or advanced methods per workflow

Ensure the chosen platform supports required retention, recording, and audit features for your jurisdiction and industry before executing notarizations.

Simplified Process Flow for eSubmission and Notarization

This sequence shows the common path for an online notarization from upload to archive.

  • Upload Document: Sender uploads the form to the signing platform
  • Place Fields: Add signature, date, and notary fields on the document
  • Authenticate Signer: Signer completes required authentication steps
  • Complete Notary: Notary executes certificate and records session

Essential Elements to Include on a Professional Datasheet

A complete datasheet clearly captures identity, authorization, transaction details, and the notarial certificate to reduce downstream disputes and audit friction.

Identity Elements

Full legal name, DOB, government ID type and number, issuing jurisdiction

Contact Details

Current street address, phone number, and email for notifications

Document Metadata

Title, document date, and roles for each signer to map to certificates

Notary Selection

Indicate in-person or RON, notary name, commission number, and state

Authentication Method

Record whether KBA, credential analysis, or government ID check was used

Retention Note

Specify required retention period and where the master record is stored

Security and Compliance Facts to Record

Data Encryption: AES-256 at rest
Transport Security: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit
Audit Trail: IP and timestamp logging
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001
Privacy: HIPAA-compliant with BAA
Legal Compliance: ESIGN and UETA adherence

Common Preparation Pitfalls to Avoid

  • Incomplete or inconsistent names between the datasheet and presented ID cause notarization delays and may require corrective affidavits.
  • Using expired identification or failing to record expiration dates often results in rejected notarizations, especially for real estate transfers.
  • Failing to specify RON versus in-person notarization can lead to invalid certificates when state rules require audio-video recording for remote sessions.
  • Not documenting the authentication method (KBA, credential analysis, SMS) undermines the audit trail and complicates regulatory review.

Consequences of Incorrect or Incomplete Datasheets

Legal Rejection: Voidable instrument risk
Recording Delay: County recorder rejection
Tax Penalties: Information return penalties (IRC §6721)
Employment Penalties: I-9 paperwork fines
HIPAA Violations: Civil penalties possible
Fraud Exposure: Increased liability risk

Timelines and Processing Expectations

Expect varying lead times: identity proofing, notary scheduling, and recording all have separate timelines that affect completion.

Scheduling Window:

Same-day to 3 business days typical for booked notary sessions

RON Record Retention:

Audio-video recordings retained 5–10 years per many state rules

Document Recording:

County recording may take 1–10 business days depending on jurisdiction

Correction Turnaround:

Corrective affidavits or re-notarizations may take 7–30 days

Consumer Disclosure:

Provide ESIGN consent notices prior to consumer-facing transactions

Key Milestones from Intake to Archive

Track these milestones in sequence to keep all parties aligned and to preserve a defensible audit trail.

01

Intake and Verification

Collect datasheet and verify IDs before scheduling

02

Authentication Step

Complete KBA or credential analysis for RON

03

Notarial Act

Notary completes acknowledgement or jurat

04

Archive and Retain

Store master record with audit trail per policy

How Requirements Differ Across Related Document Types

Compare the Notary Information Datasheet to similar records to choose the correct form and level of verification for your use case.

Document Type Notary Datasheet Power of Attorney Deed Will
Requires Notary
Witnesses Typically Needed 0–2 1–2 varies by state 2
Remote Notarization Allowed yes (many states) varies by state varies limited
Retention Importance high high very high very high

eSignature Vendor Comparison for Notary Workflows

Compare basic plan-level pricing and common features for eSignature platforms used with notary workflows; signNow appears first for reference.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Yes Yes Yes Yes
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Practical Examples from Real Customers

These brief cases illustrate common ways organizations use a Notary Information Datasheet in operational workflows.

Optica Ventures LLC

The team adopted a centralized datasheet to reduce signer confusion during closings.

  • It improved turnaround.
  • The datasheet reduced follow-up requests and made remote notarizations auditable for title officers and counsel without changing their closing checklist structure.

Fertility Centers of Illinois

Clinical sites standardized identity and consent fields for patient authorizations.

  • It ensured compliance.
  • Standardized datasheets helped the clinic maintain HIPAA-required records, reduced administrative errors, and simplified cross-site audits with consistent metadata attached to each consent packet.

Practical Tips for Accurate and Efficient Completion

Follow these best practices to reduce rework, support auditability, and lower the risk of rejected notarizations.

Confirm Exact Name Matching
Always confirm the signer’s full legal name matches the government-issued ID and the signature block to prevent post-notarization challenges.
Record Authentication Method
Document whether you used KBA, credential analysis, SMS, or in-person verification to support the audit trail and legal defensibility.
Note Document Role
Specify each signer’s role (grantor, borrower, agent) to ensure the correct notarial certificate and avoid mismatched acknowledgements.
Maintain a Master Copy
Store a secure master copy with the full audit trail and any audio-video recordings when RON is used, and index it for retrieval.

Frequently Asked Questions and Solutions

Answers to common issues when preparing or processing a Notary Information Datasheet including authentication, retention, and format problems.


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