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Should a notary use blue ink?
We recommend though using a basic professional blue or black. Many people may not realize green or red are acceptable colors and then become upset about your choice. The type of ink doesn’t really matter either, just make sure it isn’t erasable!
When must a notary use blue or black ink in Arkansas?
Do I need to purchase a notary stamp in Arkansas? The Arkansas notary statute requires all notaries public to use either a rubber stamp seal or a seal embosser in blue or black ink under or near a notary’s official signature on every notarial certificate (ACA 21-14-107[b][1]).
Can you notarize in blue pen?
Always… blue or black ink are the only acceptable colors. Either are accepted in court. However, some may request that you sign in blue ink so that it may not be photocopied.
What color ink should a legal document be signed in?
It’s best to use blue or black ink for signatures. Avoid colors like red, purple, and green.
Under what conditions may a faxed or photocopied document be notarized?
A photocopy or fax may be notarized, but only if it bears an original signature. That is, the copy must have been signed with pen and ink. A photocopied or faxed signature may never be notarized.
Can you notarize a document you prepared?
The short answer is no, a notary public cannot legally notarize his or her own document. If a notary were to notarize his or her own document, it would essentially negate the purpose of having a document notarized.
Can blue ink be used on legal documents?
Most commonly, either blue or black ink is used for signing documents. While both are acceptable, many people consider blue the optimal choice. The reasoning behind this is that the color will stand out among the walls of black text on the document while still being dark enough to read.
What color is a notary stamp?
Black
Black is the most common color of ink selected by notaries when choosing stamp seal ink color. The only states with laws that require that their notaries have black ink in their seal are Florida, Oregon, Illinois, Delaware, Missouri, and Massachusetts.
What color ink should be used on legal documents?
black
Most commonly, either blue or black ink is used for signing documents. While both are acceptable, many people consider blue the optimal choice. The reasoning behind this is that the color will stand out among the walls of black text on the document while still being dark enough to read.
Do legal documents need to be signed blue ink?
Historically, there has been a general preference (not legal requirement) towards blue ink. This is because blue ink easily distinguishes an original document. Black ink can be confused with a photocopy, especially over time as the ink fades.