Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Georgia

Notaries

Does a notary have to witness both parties signatures to establish a legal document making it valid


Asked on 10/17/08, 5:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Notaries

Not neccessarily. The only time a notary is required is when the statute covering the transaction calls for it. E.g., petitions for divorce must include a notarized verification, deeds require a notary as one of two witnesses, etc. Consult with a local attorney.

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Answered on 10/20/08, 12:45 pm


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