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PREPARATION GUIDE

PREPARE WITNESSES FOR AN AUTHENTIC ACT

READ THE GUIDE

PLAN THE WITNESSES.

An authentic act is a specific legal form, not a label created by adding two signatures to any document.

  • Ask the drafter whether the final document is intended as an authentic act.
  • Confirm which witnesses must be present for each party’s execution with the notary.

OFFICIAL SOURCES.

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CHECK THE DETAILS.

Confirm the document, signer, ID, witness, and location details before a signing.

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DIRECTORY & GUIDES

KNOW THE DIFFERENCE.

Notaries listed here are independent professionals. A time request is not a booking; the notary must confirm availability, fees, and the appointment directly. Listings do not imply our endorsement.

Guides are general information, not legal advice. Public landmarks are orientation points, not a notary office or an approved signing venue. Confirm current requirements with the receiving party.