MO Notary - Missouri Notary Journal and Seal Requirements Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What information must a Missouri notary record in their journal for each notarial act?

Accepted Answer

The date, type of act, signer's name, identification method, and document description

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Only the signer's name

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Only the fee charged

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The signer's Social Security number and address

Question 2

What are the requirements for a Missouri notary's official seal or stamp?

Accepted Answer

It must include the notary's name, commission number, commission expiration date, and the words 'Notary Public' and 'State of Missouri'

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It must include only the notary's name

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It can be any design the notary chooses

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It must be a raised embossed seal only

Question 3

How should a Missouri notary store their journal when not in use?

Accepted Answer

In a secure, locked location accessible only to the notary

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In the notary's vehicle for easy access

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At the county recorder's office

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In any convenient location

Question 4

Can a Missouri notary use an electronic journal instead of a paper journal?

Accepted Answer

Yes — electronic journals are permitted if they meet security and tamper-evidence requirements

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No — only paper journals are permitted

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Only for remote online notarizations

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Only with approval from the county clerk

Question 5

What should a Missouri notary do if their official seal is lost or stolen?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Secretary of State and obtain a replacement seal promptly

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Continue performing notarizations without a seal

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Borrow another notary's seal temporarily

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Wait until the commission expires to report it

Question 6

Is a Missouri notary required to record the fee charged in their journal entry?

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Yes — the fee charged should be recorded for each notarial act

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No — fee information is private

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Only if the fee exceeds the statutory maximum

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Only for commercial transactions