This document was released by Nebraska Secretary of State and contains official instructions for Notary Journal . The up-to-date fillable form is available for download through this link.
Q: What is a Notary Journal?
A: A Notary Journal is a record book used by notaries to document all notarial acts they perform.
Q: Why is a Notary Journal important?
A: A Notary Journal is important because it provides a chronological record of all the notarial acts a notary has performed, which can be used as evidence if needed.
Q: What information should be recorded in a Notary Journal?
A: A Notary Journal should record the date, time, type of notarial act, names of the parties involved, and any other relevant details for each notarial act.
Q: Do all notaries in Nebraska need to maintain a Notary Journal?
A: Yes, all notaries in Nebraska are required to maintain a Notary Journal.
Q: How long should a Notary Journal be retained?
A: A Notary Journal should be retained for a minimum of 10 years after the date of the last recorded notarial act.
Q: Who has access to the Notary Journal?
A: The Notary Journal is accessible only to the notary and any authorized governmental authority.
Q: What happens if a Notary Journal is lost or stolen?
A: If a Notary Journal is lost or stolen, the notary must immediately report it to the Secretary of State's office.
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