What is a Notary Public?

What is a Notary Public in New Jersey?

A Notary Public is a public officer of the State of New Jersey who serves as an impartial witness to the signing of documents and to the acknowledgement of signatures on documents. A Notary Public may also administer oaths and affirmations.

A1423: A notary public who is not licensed as an attorney-at-law shall not use or advertise the title of lawyer or attorney-at-law. A notary who advertises his services must provide a statement “I am not an attorney licensed to practice law and may not give legal advice about immigration or any other legal matter or accept fees for legal advice”.