November 7

Notary Public Day

Celebrate Notary Public Day by showing appreciation for your local notaries - they make important documents valid and secure with their signatures!

Yearly Date

November 7

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Celebrate Notary Public Day on November 7 and recognize the important contributions of notaries everywhere! This special day was created to honor the work done by these professionals, who are responsible for protecting individuals, organizations and businesses from fraud. Notary Publics have been around since ancient Rome and continue to be an essential part of our legal system today.

Notary Public Day Timeline

13th Century

Notaries in Medieval England

Notaries were first recorded in England, serving the courts and the Church. They authenticated legal documents and served as impartial witnesses.

1533

Formation of Society of Scrivener Notaries

In London, the Society of Scrivener Notaries was established which was fundamental in regulating and establishing standards for notaries.

1789

Notary Publics in American Law

The United States judiciary act formally acknowledged the role of Notary Publics to administer oaths and authenticate documents.

1957

Formation of National Notary Association

The National Notary Association (NNA) was established in the U.S., offering comprehensive resources and support to the notary community.

2004

Electronic Notarization Approval

Electronic notarization, or eNotarization, was approved, allowing notaries to affix electronic signatures and seals on digital documents.

2010

First Notary Public Day

The first Notary Public Day was celebrated, recognizing the essential public service provided by notaries.

How to Celebrate Notary Public Day

1 Visit a Notary

Take some time to visit a local notary and thank them for their hard work. Many notaries are often overlooked and underappreciated, and this simple gesture can go a long way.

2 Host a Notary Appreciation Party

Throw an appreciation party for all the local notaries in your area. You can make it fun by having activities, offering snacks or even having each notary present their services.

3 Write a Thank You Note

Show your appreciation by writing a thank you note expressing your gratitude to the notaries in your area. You can hand deliver it or send it by mail.

4 Organize a Notary Awareness Campaign

Help spread awareness about the importance of notaries in our society by organizing a campaign within your community. You can use social media, flyers, posters, and other creative methods to get the message out.

5 Donate to a Notary Charity

Look up any charitable organizations that support the work of notaries and donate what you can to help those in need of assistance with notary services.

Why Notary Public Day is Important

Notary publics are essential to the legal system

Notary publics play a vital role in the legal system, providing independent verification of documents and other important transactions. Without their expertise, many contracts and agreements would go unenforced or not be able to be enforced. Celebrating notary public day helps to recognize their contribution to society.

Notary publics provide security and protection

By independently witnessing and verifying documents as well as other signing ceremonies, notary publics help to protect people from fraud and forgery. Their presence ensures that any contract or agreement is legally binding and can be enforced if necessary.

Notary services are easily accessible

Notary services are available at banks, post offices, law firms, and even some businesses such as supermarkets or hardware stores. This makes them an invaluable resource for those seeking their services. By celebrating notary public day, we can recognize how important these trained professionals are in our daily lives!