General notary work involves the notarization of various documents to ensure their authenticity and to deter fraud. Here are some common types of general notary work:

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1. Acknowledgments: The notary verifies the identity of the signer and confirms that they signed the document willingly.

2. Jurats: The notary administers an oath or affirmation to the signer, who then signs the document in the notary's presence.

3. Oaths and Affirmations: The notary administers an oath (a solemn promise) or affirmation (a solemn declaration) to the signer.

4. Copy Certifications: The notary certifies that a copy of a document is a true and accurate reproduction of the original.

5. Signature Witnessing: The notary witnesses the signing of a document and verifies the identity of the signer.

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These services are often required for legal, financial, and personal documents, such as affidavits, powers of attorney, deeds, and contracts. Notaries ensure that the signers are who they claim to be and that they understand the contents of the documents they are signing.