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51Kansas Notary Handbook
in the same language on all advertisements, notices, letterhead or
signs. The statement must say, “i am not authorized to practice law
and have no authority to give advice on immigration law or other
legal matters. ”
Q. When can I use the term “notario publico?”
A. a notary who is not admitted to the practice of law in this state
cannot use the term “notario publico” or any equivalent non-English
term in any business card, advertisement, notice or sign unless it
is accompanied by a statement that is prominently displayed in the
same language that the notarial services are offered, stating: “i am
not authorized to practice law and have no authority to give advice
on immigration law or other legal matters. ”
Q. Does Kansas law allow notarization of an electronic document?
A. Kansas law (K.s.a. 16-1611) does authorize the use of electronic
notarization, and the procedures are set out in K.a.r. 7-43-1 et seq.
in order to complete an electronic notarization, a commissioned
Kansas notary must complete a training course, including a test, and
obtain a Kansas-issued digital signature.
Q. What should I do when I have a question about performing a
notarial act?
A. contact the secretary of state’s office for assistance or your legal
counsel for advice.
Q. Where does a person report illegal, improper or questionable
acts by a notary public?
A. Persons who suspect any wrongdoing or mistake by a notary pub
lic should report it to the Kansas secretary of state, First Floor, Me
morial Hall, 120 sW 10
ave., topeka, Ks 66612-1594, (785) 296
th
2239, or by e-mail at notary@sos.ks.gov.
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