Notary Services Provided by the Township Trustee
Indiana Code 33-42-5-1 states "A township trustee may perform any act that a notary public may perform in Indiana. Acknowledgments to deeds or other instruments taken by a trustee shall be recorded as if the acknowledgments had been acknowledged before a notary public." As part of the commitment to serving the community, the Madison Township Trustee offers notary services to residents of Madison Township, Allen County, IN.
What is a Notary of a Township?
A notary of a township is an Indiana township trustee who has been authorized by the State of Indiana to verify the identity of individuals signing documents, administers oaths, and affirms the authenticity of signatures. This service is often required for legal, financial, and business documents.
Notary Services Offered
The Madison Township Trustee's office provides notary services for Madison Township residents only. Notary services are offered for a variety of documents, including but not limited to:
- Legal documents
- Affidavits and sworn statements
- Loan and real estate documents
- Business agreements
- Vehicle title transfers
How to Use the Township's Notary Service
To have a document notarized, please follow these steps:
- Schedule an appointment - Contact the trustee's office to schedule an appointment. Notarization is only by appointment and for Madison Township residents only.
- Bring a valid photo ID - Accepted forms include a driver's license, state-issued ID, passport, or military ID.
- Bring two forms of address verification - Accepted documents include a utility bill, bank statement, or credit card statement.
- Do not sign the document in advance - The trustee must witness your signature.
- Ensure all parties are present - If multiple signatures are required, all individuals must be present.
- Confirm document completeness - The document must be fully completed except for the signature lines.
Fees
Notary services provided by the township are free of charge.
