Protect Yourself from a Forged Notary Stamp

The Notary stamp is the most powerful tool for real estate fraudsters. Protect your Notary stamp and identity by following these steps. As a Notary, you are the gatekeeper against false impersonation and forged documents. To commit their crimes, real estate fraudsters need to get past you. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect your seal and yourself. Former L. A. County Deputy District Attorney David Fleck explains how Notaries can prevent criminals from misusing their Notary identity. Learn more: https://bit.ly/ForgeSeal. Follow these steps to learn how to defend yourself from forged Notary seals. 03:14 - Step 1: Keep your stamp secure. When you do not have your stamp in your physical possession, keep it locked up. 03:53 - Step 2: Report missing or stolen stamps immediately. If your stamp disappears, report this to the agency that regulates Notaries in your state. If you know it was stolen (as opposed to lost), make a police report immediately. 04:19 - Step 3: Keep a detailed journal. Although not every state requires Notaries to do this, a well-kept journal will protect you and help law enforcement when they are trying to find the perpetrator. Remember, taking steps to safeguard your Notary tools will protect you and your customers from fraud and privacy breaches. For more information on the role of the Notary stamp in real estate fraud, visit https://bit.ly/ForgeSeal. Connect with the NNA: Blog: https://www.nationalnotary.org/notary... Facebook:   / nationalnotary   Twitter:   / nationalnotary   Instagram:   / nationalnotary   Pinterest:   / nationalnotary   LinkedIn:   / national-notary-association   #NotaryTraining #NotaryLaws #LoanSigningAgent