What document must a Notary carry to verify their Notary status?

To verify their Notary status, a Notary must carry a Notary commission certificate. This document serves as official proof that the individual has been appointed and authorized to perform notarial acts. The commission certificate typically includes important details such as the Notary’s name, the date the commission was granted, the expiration date, and the state in which the Notary is authorized to operate.

While other documents, such as government-issued identification, may be useful for personal identification purposes, they do not specifically verify the individual's status as a Notary. A license to practice law pertains to attorneys, not all Notaries, and is not a requirement for Notaries in general. Additionally, a certificate of training completion may indicate that an individual has received training related to notarial practices, but it does not provide the official authorization needed to perform notarial duties. Thus, the Notary commission certificate is the essential document for verifying a Notary's status.