In the context of notarial acts, which person may complete the certificate?

• A. The signer
• B. A witness
• C. Only the notary
• D. The signer’s attorney

Answer: (C)

Notarial certificates are the notary’s official attestation that the notarization took place correctly. The certificate records who appeared, that the signer identified themselves, that the act was performed before the notary, and it includes the date and the notary’s seal. Because this certification is the notary’s responsibility and authority, only the notary may fill in and sign the certificate. The signer may sign the document and provide identification, but the certificate itself cannot be completed by the signer, a witness, or the signer’s attorney. This ensures the integrity and enforceability of the notarization.