National Notary Association - Serving U.S. Notaries Since 1957

American Notaries Trust the NNA

The National Notary Association (NNA) is an internationally recognized professional organization serving more than 4.8 million notaries in the United States.

When the association formed in 1957, American notaries lacked adequate resources for the education and tools they needed to perform their duties. Notary laws varied widely from state to state, which made things even more complicated.

The National Notary Association established several goals for assisting their growing membership base. They wanted notaries to be fully aware of their state laws and best practices in order to reduce liability and risks to signers. They also wanted to arm notaries with knowledge and tools that would enable them to earn income and expand their careers. The National Notary Association is frequently sought out by the media to explain the critical role of the notary public, and also provides educational information to notary organizations throughout the world.

The National Notary Association’s Notary Public Code of Professional Responsibility was published in 1998 and is widely recognized as the ethical code for American Notaries.

Excellent Resources for Notaries

Take advantage of valuable benefits for your notary public business, including:

National Notary Association Membership
Notary Training and Education
How-To Tutorials
Notary-Related Links
U.S. Notary Law Updates
Recommended Notary Practices
Reference Materials and Publications
Bonds and Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance
Supplies, Including Notary Seals, Journals, and Certificates
Renew a Notary Commission

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Journal of Notarial Acts

Durable softcover notary journal is made of a water-resistant, lightweight material to protect important records. Choose from blue, black or pink. Record complete and accurate notary records for up to 488 journal entries. Published by the NNA.

National Notary Association Essential Notary Softcover Journal in Blue 122 Pages with 488 Labeled Entry Fields – Complimentary Privacy Guard Included

The National Notary Association is the nation’s professional Notary organization and serves the professional, educational, career and business needs of Notaries throughout the U.S. Since 1957, the NNA has helped Notaries to serve society responsibly and ethically.

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Charles N. Faerber Auditorium

Why Coolidge Matters

How Civility in Politics Can Bring a Nation Together

Calvin Coolidge, thirtieth President of the United States, was a man of many great achievements. President Coolidge was a fiscal hawk who cut government spending, lowered taxes, and created budget surpluses. He rang doorbells and climbed apartment building stairs to speak directly with people. Coolidge was a driver of progressive reforms, including women’s suffrage and minority rights. Learn why his presidency mattered to our nation.

Why Coolidge Matters: How Civility in Politics Can Bring a Nation Together

Calvin Coolidge
Don’t expect to build up the weak by pulling down the strong.

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NNA Publications

101 Useful Notary Tips and The U.S. Notary Law Primer

101 Useful Notary Tips by National Notary Association The U.S. Notary Law Primer by National Notary Association (2014)

The National Notary Association shares notary laws and techniques you can use to become a confident notary.

Contact Information

National Notary Association

9350 De Soto Avenue

Chatsworth, CA 91311-4926

1-800-US NOTARY (1-800-876-6827)

Helping People Become Notaries Everyday

The National Notary Association collaborated with Yale Law School to create the Uniform Notary Act in 1973. It was updated in 1984, 2002 and 2010 as the Model Notary Act.

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