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Massachusetts Notary Public Disclosure Statement

As a Notary Public in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, I must inform you of the following:

1. I am authorized to witness signatures, administer oaths and affirmations, and certify documents as true copies.

2. I am not an attorney and cannot provide legal advice or prepare legal documents unless I also hold a license to practice law.

3. I cannot explain or interpret the contents of any document you sign.

4. I cannot determine which notarial act is appropriate for your situation.

5. I must verify your identity through valid government-issued photo identification.

6. You must appear before me in person at the time of notarization.

7. I cannot notarize a document if you appear unwilling or if I suspect fraud.

8. I cannot notarize a document in which I have a personal interest.

9. I cannot notarize a document if you are not physically present.

10. I charge fees in accordance with Massachusetts state law.

11. I maintain a journal of all notarial acts I perform as required by law.

12. All parties signing documents must be present, competent, and not under duress.

13. I cannot certify copies of vital records such as birth certificates.

14. I cannot assist with immigration matters beyond notarizing signatures on appropriate forms.

15. My commission expires on September 4, 2031.

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Tracie M. Gordon, Notary Public