The “RON Trap” Warning

Don’t Let an “Online Notary” Ruin Your Legal Documents”You’ve seen the ads: ‘Notarize online in minutes!’ It sounds easy, but if you are in California, there is a massive catch that could cost you hundreds of dollars and weeks of wasted time.While California passed Senate Bill 696, California-commissioned notaries are not authorized to perform Remote Online Notarization (RON) until the Secretary of State launches its new system—currently slated for January 1, 2030.Why this matters for YOU:
Many out-of-state notaries are charging Californians high fees for online signatures without disclosing a critical fact: If your document needs to be recorded (like a Deed) or presented to a government facility (like the Apostille office), a remote notarization from another state will likely be REJECTED.I have helped numerous clients fix ‘illegal’ or rejected notarizations that were done online by out-of-state agents. Don’t risk your money, your time, or the legality of your documents.If you are unsure, call me first at (818) 625-2037. I’ll make sure it’s done right the first time—in person, according to California law.