Need a document notarized? The K.L.M. Tax Services offer notary services.
We a certified as notaries and can assist you with most of your official document needs. Be aware this service is dependent on staff availability – we recommend calling ahead or make an appointment online.
WE CAN NOTARIZE ITEMS SUCH AS
- Absentee Ballots
- Mail-in Ballots
- Real Property Deeds
- Powers of Attorney
- Trusts
- Affidavits
- Depositions
WHAT WE CAN’T NOTARIZE
- Copy certifications
- Birth certificates, death certificates, divorce decrees or marriage licenses.
- These documents must be obtained from and certified by the issuing agencies.
- Electronic or remote online notarization
Prepare For Your Notary Visit
- Don't sign or date documents in advance. Some papers require a notary to witness parties signing and dating in person.
- Make sure you bring all the pages of the document(s), including the notary certificate; don’t just bring the signature page.
- You must bring an official, government-issued photo ID to your notary appointment.
- State Driver's/Non-Driver’s License
- U.S. Passport
- Military ID
- Social security cards
- Credit cards with picture
- Club membership IDs
- Birth certificates
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does a notary do?
A notary public acts as an impartial third-party witness to the signature of a document, and that all parties who signed a document did so willingly and under their own free will.
What kind of documents require notary services?
Materials that may require notarization include legal documents such as wills, trusts, deeds, contracts, and affidavits.
What are the notary fees?
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Basic Acknowledgments $5
Jurats $5
Signature Witnessing $5
Certified Copies $1 per page; $3 minimum
*There is no charge for election ballot notarizations.
Electronic notary services $25 per document, requires Copy of Identification of all signers and document witness(es).
Travel notary services are available. Please call to schedule.
What is a notary certificate?
The certificate must be completed by a notary, whether you need a signature witness or an acknowledgement of your signature, or whether you are signing under oath. If you don't have a certificate, the notary cannot complete the notarial act. The Missouri Notary Handbook shares examples of notary certificate wording in 486.750 (page 19 of the printed version) and samples of certificates on page 81 of the printed version).
How do I make an appointment?
You can make an appointment online, or by phone and ask question via our contact page.
How long will an appointment take?
Generally, it takes 5-10 minutes per document for a notary visit.
Do I need to be a Missouri resident to use the Library's Notary service?
No! Anyone can receive these services, regardless of residence.
Can I sign and date my papers before bringing them in to be notarized?
We would advise against it. Many types of documents require notaries to observe a person sign and date materials in person.
Are notary services available in languages other than English?
Notarization services in Spanish through customer's own interpreter are not permitted. K.L.M. TS does not provide any translators at this time.
Can I use K.L.M. TS staff as a witness for my documents?
No, acting as a witness is not a notarial act. Notaries may not act as a witness and notarize the same document. Please plan to bring your own witnesses as needed.