Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales Recognizes National Notary Public Day and Notaries Vital Public Service Function

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Thursday, November 7, 2024

Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales Recognizes National Notary Public Day and Notaries Vital Public Service Function

INDIANAPOLIS - (November 7, 2024) - Today, Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is proudly recognizing National Notary Public Day November 7, 2024, honoring the invaluable contributions of more than 52,000 commissioned notaries public across the Hoosier state.

Notaries serve as trusted guardians of integrity in business and civic affairs, administering oaths, and ensuring proper signing, authentication and witnessing of crucial documents for Indiana's citizens and businesses. Notary Publics are public officials, commissioned by the Secretary of State. An applicant for an Indiana Notary Public commission must meet qualification requirements, successfully complete a training course and examination, and obtain a surety bond. National Notary Public Day was created in 1975 to recognize notaries for their contributions to commerce and public service.

"National Notary Public Day is an occasion to recognize the dedication of Indiana's notary publics. Their essential work strengthens our communities and enhances the stability of our Business Services Division's framework," said Diego Morales, Indiana Secretary of State.

The Secretary of State's Office oversees the commissioning of notaries public as part of its Business Services Division, one of the four divisions of the office. The Secretary of State's Business Services plays a key role in supporting entrepreneurs, business leaders, and all Hoosiers by facilitating efficient, secure, and public business and corporate registration.

For information on the duties of a Notary Public, requirements to become a notary public in Indiana, or the resources provided by the Secretary of State's Business Services Division visit:

https://inbiz.in.gov/certification/notary

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