Court orders shop owner to pay Rp 1b for defamation May 8, 2008
In one of the cases the court ruled the company, its director and the notary public had concealed information about land ownership. The court ordered the defendants to pay the administration fee needed to renew the certificates. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Turbulent housing market breeds deed scams May 7, 2008
All it took was a simple forgery and the seal of approval from a notary public now facing fraud charges. "The signature (on the deed) was so far off even a blind person could figure it out," Williams said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Hey, What About the 24th? May 3, 2008
It was enough for a Virginian to swear that he or she was a resident in front of witnesses or a notary public. Indianans must also travel to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles to get a photo ID as well as pay for supporting documents like a birth certificate or passport. (Slate)
Voters should check the facts (800) May 2, 2008
Victoria smith wrote on Apr 29, 2008 8:43 PM:" I believe that the future we seek will come if we prepare today. In my mind most things good or bad can be traced back to our education. To the Citizens of Richmond County My name is Victoria Smith. I am asking for your Vote on May 06, 2008 as a write-in candidate for the Richmond County Board of Education. I am 43 years old and have lived in Richmond County my entire life. I have been married for 27 years and my husband is a textile worker. He... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Family needs legal help to save home Apr 21, 2008
It is representing Aurelio and her relatives in a Circuit Court suit to reclaim title to their home, alleging deception, misrepresentation, fraud, conspiracy, negligence, unauthorized practice as a mortgage broker and violations of notary public law. "When somebody steals your wallet, you can get arrested and charged for theft," Greenfield said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Man Convicted of Stealing Dead People's Homes Apr 18, 2008
Co-defendant Joe Liles, a notary public in Maryland, was accused of notarizing the dead peoples signatures. Liles pleaded guilty in January. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Developer sues tenants for defamation Apr 17, 2008
The court ruled against the company in one of the cases Monday, saying the company, its director and the notary public had concealed information about land ownership. The court ordered the defendants pay the administration fee needed to renew the certificates. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Phony IRS papers filed for road-rage suspect Apr 15, 2008
One purports to be the name of a notary public in Oceanside, Calif. though there were no telephone or Internet listings under that name and address. (AZCentral)
Commissioners award County Road 12 Apr 9, 2008
Upon hearing an additional request from Hovorka for authorization for him to obtain a notary public license, the consensus of the board was for Hovorka to proceed in obtaining the license. Hovorka provided the commissioners with a synopsis of an update on the Wagner Native Ethanol Plant and railroad that he obtained at a farm show held in Wagner. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
Early primary voting starts April 22 Apr 9, 2008
The oath shall be administered by a notary public or other officer authorized by statute to administer an oath. If the application or request does not contain an oath, the application or request shall be accompanied by a copy of the voter's identification card. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
U.N. Scanner Deal — or Is It Scammer Deal? Apr 5, 2008
The document was signed and sealed in Boise, Idaho, by a U.S. notary public on Oct. 30, 2007. The document does not declare what specific type of scanners was certified. (Fox News)
Editorial: Watch your deed Apr 5, 2008
As far as the recording is concerned, Linn County Clerk Steve Druckenmiller says this could happen if somebody forges a notary public s signature, though he s never heard of such a case. The FBI based its warnings on cases in Los Angeles. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Berlusconi 'planning new political party' Apr 1, 2008
Several Italian dailies reported today that the TV magnate had arranged with a notary public to register the name and logos of an as yet non-existent Freedom party. A branding exercise of that sort would be in line with the approach to politics of a leader who started his business career as a salesman and created Forza Italia. (Yahoo News -- Italy)
Legislative Update Apr 1, 2008
Assembly Bill 468 prohibits a notary public who is not an attorney from acting in ways that would make someone think that he or she is licensed to practice law. The bill also makes it illegal for a notary to use the Spanish words notario or notarizaciones in signs, advertisements and other written communication. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
UC meeting hits Broadway City awards contract bids, cleans up UEZ district Mar 25, 2008
The mobile office will provide constituent services, city hall department information, notary public help, passport applications, and requirements for immigration/naturalization. Mayor Stack saw over 100 residents during Wednesday's meeting, in which residents discussed issues such as street sign repairs and concerns over the city's parks. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Who's looking out for the kids - Part I 10 candidates vie for three open seats on school board Mar 22, 2008
Frasca is also a licensed real estate agent working with Frank Monaco Realty in Jersey City, and has been a notary public since 1985. He lives with his wife and two kids in the city's Greenville section. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Women charged in loan scheme Mar 22, 2008
She also acted as a loan officer and notary public in that case, a violation of state law, according to the affidavit. The affidavit also states Diolinda Machado, without Mary Machado's knowledge. (Modesto Bee, CA)
State breaks up alleged sub-prime fraud ring Mar 20, 2008
Also expected to surrender was his sister, Paulette Pony, 23, of Tarzana, a notary public for Lifetime Financial. The California secretary of state's office lifted her license in December in connection with felony conspiracy charges and for failing to disclose a forgery conviction. (Yahoo News -- Real Estate)
Obama campaign rolling at Erie HQ Mar 19, 2008
Meanwhile, Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul will open his northwestern Pennsylvania campaign headquarters Saturday inside a notary public building at 12746 Route 19 S., Waterford Township. An open house is planned for 3 p.m.. (GoErie.com)
Students lag in history and lit Mar 1, 2008
Ron Paul couldn t get elected Notary Public. I m attracted to much of his platform, but only when a candidate such as him is the governor of an admired State are we going to have such a candidate as a viable presidential contender. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Yar'Adua in triumph song, Atiku, Buhari fume Feb 27, 2008
The tribunal had also dismissed the evidence and pleadings of a counsel in Buhari's legal team, Valentine Ikeonu, on the premise that they breached Section 83 of the Evidence Act as well as Section 19 of the Notary Public Act. While that provision of the Evidence Act prohibits that an affidavit be sworn to before a counsel with interest in a matter, the Notary Public Act forbids any notary to take depositions on a matter. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Monroe County candidates have new filing procedures Feb 22, 2008
When candidates come to the Monroe County Clerk s office to file for one of the open offices between February 26 and March 25, we ll have the new forms ready to be filled out and a notary public available to certify them, Mrs. Francis stated. We ll even have pre-addressed envelopes so candidates can immediately send them to the revenue department. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Specific rules govern transfer of deed Feb 13, 2008
A: Georgia law requires that a deed should adequately describe the property being conveyed, be signed by the maker of the deed (grantor), and be attested to by two witnesses, one of whom is generally a notary public ... One of the witnesses is generally a notary public but may also be a judge of a court of record, a magistrate, or clerk or deputy clerk of a superior court or of a city court. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
PATT MORRISON: Early voters missed the point Feb 3, 2008
In the 1920s and '30s, this was a rare and serious matter; when Massachusetts resident Calvin Coolidge voted absentee at the White House in 1924, he had to swear an oath in front of witnesses and a notary public. Voting by mail has undoubted advantages. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
'Vampire' man jailed in Bolivia Jan 24, 2008
According to AP, Amero passed himself off as a Saudi Arabian lawyer, a pagan high priest, a notary public and the vampire during earlier travels around South America. He will serve his sentence in the Chonchocoro maximum security prison, reported state news agency ABI.. (BBC News -- Americas)
U.S. man guilty in 'vampire' bombings Jan 24, 2008
Troubles and his travelsIn his travels through South America before the bombings, Amero had described himself as a Saudi Arabian lawyer, a pagan high priest, a notary public and even a vampire. Amero was convicted of bombing an automatic cash machine in northern Argentina before he arrived in Bolivia, where he obtained a legal license to sell dynamite. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Game Wizard aims to be family fun place Jan 11, 2008
Friday, January 11 2008 Serving the South Coast of Oregon. By Jo Rafferty, Staff Writer Thursday, January 10, 2008 11:04 AM PST. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
EuroBancshares, Inc. Announces New Executive Vice-President and Director Transition Jan 5, 2008
Mr. Sifre, is an attorney at law and notary public. He was the founding partner of Sanchez Betances, Sifre Noya, PSC, formerly Sanchez-Betances , a partnership position that he has held for the last thirty four years. (PR Newswire)
Shara G. Viator Jan 3, 2008
Shara was a Notary Public, she was passionate about cake decorating, jewelry designing, flower arranging and interior decorating. She was very talented, hard working, generous and selfless. (New Iberia, LA)
Primary deadline set for Wednesday Jan 1, 2008
Skinner said that if there is, office seekers should be aware that some of the paperwork that candidates have to submit must be notarized and it should be taken care of prior to dropping the forms off because he is not a notary public. In addition, candidates need to either submit a filing fee of up to 750 that will vary according to the office they are seeking, or they can submit a petition consisting of 2 percent of the people who voted in the last election, or around 60 names, according to... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Beware Of The Disloyal Sons, NPP Delegates Dec 20, 2007
Not only did Opanin Mensah become a notary public but also a very wealthy and prosperous person because he had all it takes to make a rich man. FAMILY BACKGROUND. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Local Dems open temporary office Dec 16, 2007
"We'll try and have volunteers here on a regular basis and a notary public for candidates and precinct chairs." Although no one has filed yet with the Democratic Party for any of the local positions up for election, Cadick and others at the office open house Wednesday are hopeful that a few people may file. "We really need backers," said party member Mary Tegtmeier. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Heating, air conditioning raise courthouse concern Dec 8, 2007
Linnenbringer said she s arranged for an employee in the courthouse who is a notary public to be available to notarize the forms. Commissioners made numerous budget amendments to bring the 1. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Community News briefs: Gift wrap booth opens at mall Dec 7, 2007
A notary public is also available. Call for an appointment. (North County Times)
What's the law? Nov 28, 2007
The good news is that as long as your sister has full legal custody over her children, is mentally competent and has a valid photo identification card, she can sign a Temporary Power of Attorney (TPOA) in front of a notary public granting you the power to care for her children. A TPOA would appoint you the "attorney in fact," and as such, you could authorize medical care and schooling, and be the go-between for the children and third parties, such as social service agencies, banks, etc. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Family Loans Can Be Costly Nov 20, 2007
A notarized letter or document is simply your agreement in words certified by a notary public. A notary public is a licensed public officer who serves as an impartial or third-party witness to the signing of documents and establishes the authenticity of the signatures ... That means the notary public verifies that you and your family member are who you say you are so that later on, if someone breaks the agreement, that person cannot say he did not actually sign the document and can be held... (Newsmax)
End of an era Nov 18, 2007
And as a notary public, she's even conducted some spur-of-the-moment weddings on site. "She's earned the title of Orangedale's hardest worker, and she'll be missed," customer Reggie Reynolds said recently during his daily stop at the store. (The St. Augustine Record)
Affidavit (56) Nov 16, 2007
PRINTED NAME__________________________________ NOTARY PUBLIC FOR THE STATE OF MONTANA RESIDING AT BUTTE, MONTANA MY COMMISSION EXPIRES. Untitled Document. (Montana Standard, MT)
Mutual Funds &Personal Finance Nov 10, 2007
This signed and dated consent must be witnessed by a notary public. There is no such federal requirement for IRAs. (Investors Business Daily)
Civil suit targets low lease price agreement Nov 8, 2007
The lawsuit claims that before contacting Bittle, Krug prepared deceptive documents for the sale of the mineral rights; produced checks for a pre-determined purchase price (and an alleged lease check, which he advised was not in her best interest); prepared a deed of transfer of the rights; and retained a notary public to accompany him in his vehicle for the Bittle visit. It further alleges that within a short time of entering her home on Sept. 7, Krug obtained the woman s signature on a... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Rape laws loaded against men: Lawyers Nov 6, 2007
Former union law minister Ram Jethmalani, commenting on the rape laws, once said in a courtroom, Before I could go to bed with a woman, I would have to call a notary public ... Former union law minister Ram Jethmalani, commenting on the rape laws, once said in a courtroom, Before I could go to bed with a woman, I would have to call a notary public. (India Times, India)
Challenger Rossi sees need for updates Oct 28, 2007
If elected, she said she will do her notary public work during nights. Everyone can complain. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Grounds for appeal: Affidavits defective Oct 25, 2007
Arizona law requires that the person before whom the signatures and addresses were written on the signature sheet shall, on the affidavit form pursuant to this section, subscribe and swear before a notary public that each of the names on the sheet was signed and the name and address were printed in the presence of the elector and the circulator on the date indicated. Jeff Harris s affidavits were defective because he knew he altered addresses on the petition signature sheets. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Sharpton: Tougher hate crime prosecution needed Oct 21, 2007
"If using [that word] and only beating the black out of three people isn't a hate crime, then what is a hate crime? Do you have to write [that word] and get a notary public to sign it?". McCormack, who was hospitalized for a broken jaw, did not speak. (Newsday -- New York City)
Gulf Coast Friends plan annual arts and crafts fair for November Oct 15, 2007
From 5 to 7:30 p.m., the public will be invited to bid on silent auction items including a down comforter from Decadent Down, a weekend getaway at the Sandy Key condominiums on Perdido Key, a year's free Notary Public services, a very rare Budweiser Dale Earnhart Jr. neon sign, golf at Stonebrook Country Club, Ice Pilots merchandise, home decor items, graphic design, wine and much, much more. All the auction items are being donated and 100 percent of the proceeds will go to FavorHouse. (Pensacola News Journal)
Calbreath: Lenders can't shovel all blame on borrowers Oct 15, 2007
Miller said that in one bankruptcy case he's handling, the borrowers never saw any of the actual loan documents for their home and were not present when the documents were stamped by a notary public. The mortgage guy told them, 'Don't worry. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
CJ deplores endorsement of fraudulent documents Oct 14, 2007
Mrs Justice Wood said: "If you willfully certify or propound any false statement or document or if you fraudulently and with intent to deceive, conceal, withhold, or prevent any fact or document pertinent to the subject of a notary act you will be guilty of misdemeanour." She urged them to use a reasonable amount of skill, care and diligence in their work saying, "failure to exercise due diligence, care and skill may lead to unpleasant consequence such as withdrawal of licenses of the notary... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Boarding Home Records Lead To Grandmother Oct 7, 2007
" Financial Trouble Jorden's presence in her granddaughter's finances took its most profound turn during a series of personally tumultuous years for Jones. It began just before Jones' husband - former Tampa Bay Devil Ray Kiki Jones - filed for divorce in 2001. The couple's finances crumbled during the bitter proceedings, with several of their properties facing foreclosure. They grappled over support payments for their severely disabled young son. In 2002, Daphne Jones was indicted on charges she... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Miami-Dade bondsman charged with forgery Oct 6, 2007
Marc J. Cooper is accused of forging the signature of a notary public and using it as a seal on two affidavits, which he used to try and bail out his client who was jailed on racketeering charges in Palm Beach County. Cooper would have earned a $7,500 fee for his services. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Programs from Park & Rec and Community Ed Oct 4, 2007
Witnesses and Notary Public provided. Instructor: LESLIE S. MADGE, Esquire. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Finding Minnesota: Harkin's General Store Oct 1, 2007
He was also the justice of the peace, postmaster, a notary public and even the coroner. His store became the gathering spot of sorts, for people to catch up on the news or a friendly game of checkers. (WCCO.com, MN)
Ghana Consulate Visit to Worcester, MA Sep 20, 2007
It also offers office services, money transfer, fax/copy/scan facilities and is a notary public. Mr. Busia and his team came to Worcester to assist Ghanaians and naturalized Ghanaian-Americans who need passport services (new, renewal, etc) and visa. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
2 plead guilty to swindling homeowners Sep 20, 2007
Sue Walls, 59, of Ceres, a former notary public who recorded some transactions, pleaded no contest to a single misdemeanor count of negligent bookkeeping. She faces no more time behind bars or restitution. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Nuns overwhelmed by offers of help Sep 11, 2007
Escalera, 69, a retired notary public and social worker, has lived at the convent since 1964. She is still an active community volunteer, working mainly with the area's many poor and undocumented residents. (Los Angeles Times)
The Olympics is the debutante ball for China. The rising consumer class will be an engine of growth. Sep 10, 2007
"The Olympics is the debutante ball for China. The rising consumer class will be an engine of growth for the next 10 to 20 years. That's why we opened an office in Shanghai: When the Olympic rings come down, we'll be integrated in the local community. But, ugh, was the process painful! It took us almost a year. My new buddy is the local notary public because every other day there's another stack of paperwork I need to sign for the Chinese government. Before we finished, we had already outgrown... (FastCompany)
Facing their convent's closure Sep 7, 2007
Escalera, whose energy belies her years, is a former notary public and social worker who retired from Catholic Charities in 2003 but still works as a volunteer each afternoon, mainly assisting residents with immigration and translation problems. A diabetic who has developed balance and other health problems in recent years, she uses a walker and receives a state disability stipend. (Los Angeles Times)
Bobby: The Sig on the Pre-Nup Ain't Mine! Sep 4, 2007
There is NO way any lawyer would not have had a notary public present at the signing of the prenup. NO WAY.. (TMZ.com)
Sayre Borough: Share your family's story; Sayre Theatre seeking histories of local immigrants Sep 4, 2007
He then became the first Italian immigrant to settle in Sayre and later was certified as a notary public in 1908. My father) was well-known for the help he gave to other local immigrants, wrote Cacchione. (Sayre Evening Times, PA)
'I do' becomes 'no you don't' in feds' probe of marriages Aug 30, 2007
They'd travel to the Volusia County Courthouse to obtain their marriage certificates and return to the office for a sparsely attended wedding ceremony, in which Natalia Humm officiated in her role as a notary public, court records show. After the I-dos, the newlyweds posed for pictures that they would later use as proof to immigration officials of their commitment. (Orlando Sentinel -- Business)
Alakai weighs anchor Aug 27, 2007
If the registered owner is not traveling, the driver must have a "vehicle movement authorization" for each vehicle, signed by the registered owner in the presence of a notary public. The forms can be downloaded from www. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Flagler sheriff looks for best response in handling department's Internet critics Aug 27, 2007
C.O.P. volunteers do fingerprinting, vehicle verification and offer notary public services. They also volunteer at the inmate facility, the courthouse and three Sheriff's Office substations. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
More of this story Aug 24, 2007
Her husband, Raymond, had a heart attack two weeks ago and has continued to work as a handyman since the only other income they have is the meager portion Eva receives from fees she receives as a notary public. Motioning toward the hole she said, If somebody brought dirt and just dumped it, hey, I ll shovel it in that hole. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Berlusconi keen to found party with ex-beauty queen Aug 22, 2007
Several Italian dailies yesterday reported the TV magnate had arranged with a notary public to register the name and logos of an as yet non-existent Freedom party. Such a branding exercise would be in line with the approach to politics of a leader who started his business career as a salesman and created Forza Italia. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
LETTERS: Fulton County government Aug 19, 2007
During her tenure, Ms. Hicks made invaluable contributions to the clerk's office by implementing an automated real-estate system while maintaining a 14-day turn-around time of real-estate filings; renewal of notary public by mail; and an automated civil case management system, along with other notable accomplishments. For the past several years the county has made provisions for retirees to return to work in temporary positions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Senior coupletie knot despitehealth problems Aug 18, 2007
Knowing he would not be released in time, the notary public decided to make it happen in the hospital. "He was so disappointed, and they already had the license and everything they needed to go forward," Stamper said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
