Can a notary notarize their own signature?

In the context of notary services, a notary public is firmly prohibited from notarizing their own signature. This rule is grounded in the fundamental principle that a notary must be an impartial witness to the signing of a document. The notary's role is to provide an objective verification of identities and the willingness of individuals to sign the document, which becomes inherently compromised if the notary attempts to notarize their own signature.

Allowing a notary to notarize their own signature would create a conflict of interest and undermine the integrity of the notarization process. It could lead to fraudulent activities and weaken public trust in notarial services. Therefore, the law explicitly states that this practice is not allowed under any circumstances, reinforcing the necessity for unbiased and detached observation in the execution of notarial duties.

This prohibition is consistent across most jurisdictions, emphasizing the need for notaries to maintain clear boundaries in their professional responsibilities.