gummigut Posted October 19, 2004 Report Share Posted October 19, 2004 It's really funny, as an American we are accused of having an arrogant attitude (not without justification in many cases) but you are exhibiting that same trait. As stated previously, notarization is just witnessing documents are signed by the person in question (that the notary has seen proof of the person's identity). No comment with regards to the contents of the document, accuracy of the document or anything else. "I can't even comprehend how the US have placed that in hand of private companies," First, in the US it's NOT placed into the hands of private companies. A company can't be notarized. Any person can though (if they haven't been convicted blah blah blah) if they pass the requirements. So the question is, how does this weaken society or a legal system if it's placed in the hands of individuals who have passed requirements? As for how Notary Publics work in the US, it is state regulated. Thus each state has it's own requirements to become a Notary. Some states have regulated the fees that a Notary can charge. Some states don't. When you become a Notary, you're good for 4 or 5 years at a time. So I don't think it's very hard to keep up after you become one. I don't think there is anything preventing a Notary from witnessing signing documents here in Thailand. <<burp>> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nervous_Dog Posted October 19, 2004 Report Share Posted October 19, 2004 Gummi, sounds exactly like a JP, Justice of Peace in Australia who do the same thing. DOG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
check_bin_krap Posted October 20, 2004 Report Share Posted October 20, 2004 Yeah Gummigut, I admit to coming out too strong here. I have been mixing issues, I simply haven't been involved in stuff where witness sign is enough. Some documents actually require legalization from Thai foreign affairs before they can be approved in my country. Its all a matter of what you need the stamp for. "arrogant" CBK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khun_Kong Posted October 20, 2004 Report Share Posted October 20, 2004 In Virginia, the notary stamp says that you have identified yourself to be you to the satisfaction of the notary. They have nothing to do with the accuracy of what you signed, only noting that it is indeed you who signed it. Mostly free in Virginia. My bank does it for free, as does my attorney and several notaries that I know. I am appalled at the $30 for the first sig and $20 for each additional at the American consulate. Being Federal soil, I tried to find out if there is a Federal regulation for max notary fees, but couldn't find anything. Pisses the shit out of me. Think I'll look into what is required in Virginia to become a notary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabii Posted October 20, 2004 Report Share Posted October 20, 2004 As some posters have stated, in the USA a notarty is merely witnessing the signing of a document and verifying that the person who signs is who they say they are. A notary in the USA is not saying anything whatsoever with respect to the information that the document contains. Grabii LaoHuLi said: check_bin_krap said: The notary function is essential, a backbone in society when it comes to legal stuff. I can't even comprehend how the US have placed that in hand of private companies, if thats what you mean... Well maybe in your homeland ............. but not so most places I've been. All the notary is doing is certifying that "to the best of his knowledge" the infomation you have presented is original. And witnessing your signature and oath to the same. ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gummigut Posted October 21, 2004 Report Share Posted October 21, 2004 Okay, here's a question. Anyone know a US Notary who resides in BKK who has his/her stamp? Seems almost worthwhile to go back to the states for a few weeks and charge 500 baht for Notary services, hehe. <<burp>> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.. Posted October 21, 2004 Report Share Posted October 21, 2004 I am a notary and I will bring back my stamp and seal. B800 for the first page and B500 additionals. Cheers, SD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samak Posted October 21, 2004 Report Share Posted October 21, 2004 very reasonable price for your hard work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabii Posted October 22, 2004 Report Share Posted October 22, 2004 suadum, "I am a notary and I will bring back my stamp and seal." You maintain a residence in the USA and are appointed as a notary in your state of residence? I've been wondering how an ex-pat could maintain an appointment over time if they are residing overseas rather than in the USA, but maybe it's not difficult? "B800 for the first page and B500 additionals." Under-cutting the US consulate, but not by much - a true entrepreneur! Yodrak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabii Posted October 22, 2004 Report Share Posted October 22, 2004 gummigut, Inquire of Bill White White & White Ltd. U.S. Immigration Consultancy New ITF Tower, 17th Floor, #3 140/36 Silom Road, Bangrak Bangkok 10500, Thailand Telephone 66 (0) 2231-6466 If he's a notary, maybe you can get him and suadum into a bidding war. Yodrak gummigut said:Okay, here's a question. Anyone know a US Notary who resides in BKK who has his/her stamp? Seems almost worthwhile to go back to the states for a few weeks and charge 500 baht for Notary services, hehe. <<burp>> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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