In the notarial certification, which element must appear to identify the notary publicly?

• A. The printed name and stamp or seal of the notary public
• B. The signer's printed name
• C. The witness's signature
• D. The notary's photograph

Answer: (A)

The key fact is that the notary’s official seal or stamp, along with the printed name, provides public identification of who is performing the notarial act. The seal contains the notary’s name, the state, the words Notary Public, and often the commission expiration date, making the act verifiable by anyone who sees the document. The printed name helps ensure readability and confirms the exact person behind the seal.

The signer's printed name identifies the person signing, not the notary. The witness’s signature, if present, relates to the signer or testimony but does not identify the notary. A photograph of the notary is not a standard or required part of notarial certification.