The Franklin Square Public Library is pleased to offer Notary Public Services! Please carefully read the below information.
What is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is a public official appointed by a state government to help deter fraud. Notary publics witness the signing of important documents and verify the identity of the signer(s), their willingness to sign the documents, and their awareness of the contents of the document or transaction.
When can I get items notarized?
Please call in advance to check when a Notary will be available: (516) 488-3444 x 118.
What do I need to bring?
IDENTIFICATION: You will need to bring a current, government issued, photo ID (driver’s license, passport, non-driver’s ID).
DOCUMENT(S): Please complete the entire document and fill in all blanks, except signature. Sign ONLY in the presence of Notary.
Are there limits?
You are limited to a maximum of five (5) notarizations per day.
What languages are available?
English is required to speak with the Notary (no translators are allowed). The signer and the notary must be able to communicate in English.
However, New York Notaries may authorize a document in another language if the Notarial Certificate and document signature are in English.
Are witnesses provided?
Please provide your own witnesses (with ID) if required. Library staff and other patrons are prohibited from acting as witnesses.
Is there a cost?
There is a fee of $1 per notarized document, cash only.
Is there anything that the Notary cannot sign for?
Unfortunately, the Notary CANNOT certify the following:
- Wills, living wills, trusts, or codicils
- Documents in any language other than English
How long does this take?
Depending upon the complexity and number of documents, it should take no more than 20 minutes.
Where else can I get items notarized?
Notary service is also available at:
- UPS Store on Dogwood Ave (516) 292-0990
- Ridgewood Savings Bank on Hempstead Turnpike (516) 775-1010
Other libraries with notary service (please check the website or call in advance, as every library has different notary policies):
- Bryant Library (in Roslyn) (516) 621-2240
- East Meadow Library (516) 794-2570 option 2
- Farmingdale (516) 249-9090
- Freeport Library (Spanish-speaking notaries also available) (516) 379-3274
- North Merrick Library (516) 378-7474 ext. 18
- West Hempstead Library (516) 481-6591 ext. 12
What if everyone isn’t present?
Every person signing must be present AND have a valid photo ID.
Anything else I should know?
- Notarization is not allowed if the signer does not appear to understand the document they are signing.
- Library notaries public are not attorneys and cannot provide legal advice.
- The Library and staff are not responsible for the content, legality, or accuracy of any documents notarized.
- The library and staff are not liable for any damages or losses incurred by patrons as a result of the notary services provided.
- By using the library’s notary services, patrons acknowledge and accept these limitations of liability.
- The Notary reserves the right to refuse service at the Notary’s discretion.