What should I bring to a notary appointment?
Short answer
Bring your unsigned document, current government-issued photo identification, and any witnesses the document requires.
Full explanation
Do not sign in advance unless you have confirmed the act allows it — a jurat requires you to sign in front of the notary. Bring every page of the document, make sure no blanks remain, and let the notary know in advance if the appointment is at a hospital, facility, or jail.
Example
For a power of attorney, a signer brings the full unsigned document, a valid driver license, and the two witnesses the document requires.
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