"Wait, You Can Get That Notarized?” — Real Stories of Unusual But Legal Notary Requests

“Can you notarize this?” That’s the question Brenda asked, holding a handwritten letter addressed to her mother’s attorney. Brenda was supporting her mom during a legal settlement and wanted to make sure her message would be taken seriously.

She called Notary Near Me Florida and we met at a local rehab facility. Within minutes, her signature was verified, her letter was notarized, and her heart was at peace.

It wasn’t a required notarization — it was a wise one.

Real Stories from Real Clients

Brenda’s Settlement Support Letter

Brenda wanted her letter to carry more than emotion — she wanted it to carry weight. By notarizing it, she gave her message credibility and clarity of authorship. The attorney accepted the letter, and the case moved forward with confidence.

Jordan’s Remote College Waiver

Jordan was a college sophomore preparing to study abroad. His program required a notarized waiver from his mother — but she was in Florida, and he was in Georgia. We connected using Remote Online Notarization. I walked them both through the process virtually, and in less than 15 minutes, the waiver was signed, sealed, and securely notarized from two different states.

Alicia’s Travel Letter for Her Nephew

Alicia was taking her 10-year-old nephew on a cruise to the Bahamas. She needed a notarized letter from his parents to avoid any issues at customs. We met at a Starbucks near her home, and within 10 minutes, she had what she needed — and later told me the letter made international travel a breeze.

One More Thing…

When you bring a document to be notarized — especially something informal like a letter or personal agreement — it probably won’t have the legally required notarial certificate printed on it. That’s okay — I’ll bring the right one to attach.

There are two main types, and you get to choose which one fits your purpose:

Acknowledgment

This is used when you want to confirm you signed the document willingly. It doesn’t need to be signed in front of me — you just need to appear and acknowledge that you signed it. Perfect for letters, authorizations, or agreements.

Jurat

This one’s used when you need to swear or affirm that the contents of the document are true. You must take an oath and sign in front of me. Ideal for affidavits, statements of fact, or declarations.

Every notarization must include one of these — and if your document doesn’t have it, I’ll attach a separate certificate with my stamp and signature.

Need help choosing? I’ll explain the difference — but you decide which one you need.

What Can Be Notarized?

• Letters to Attorneys or Judges – In custody cases, settlements, or personal declarations
• Permission Letters for Minors – For travel with non-parental guardians
• Affidavits of Fact – Verifying identity, residency, or lived experiences
• Personal Agreements – Between friends, family, or roommates
• “Just in Case” Letters – Before travel, surgery, or deployment

A notarized signature helps prove intent, protect integrity, and prevent disputes.

What Can't Be Notarized?

Notaries cannot notarize original government-issued records such as:

• Birth Certificates
• Death Certificates
• Marriage Licenses
• Divorce Decrees
• Passports
• Certified court documents

These must be obtained directly from the issuing agency and certified by them — not a notary.

The Bottom Line

If a document matters to you — even if it’s handwritten or deeply personal — having it notarized might give it the credibility and protection it needs.

And that’s where Notary Near Me Florida comes in.

Whether mobile or remote, I meet you where you are — and I help make your signature mean something.

Call or text: 813-239-4117

Appointments available in person or online

From rehab rooms to remote study waivers, I’m here to help your words hold weight — one notarized signature at a time.