Notary Services

Required Items

Bring the following items to your notary appointment:

  • Photo identification (ID)
  • Unsigned document(s)
  • Witnesses (if required)

Scheduling

The City provides notary services on Wednesdays, from 2-4 p.m., by appointment only.

Schedule an appointment by contacting (360) 491-3214 | Notary@cityoflacey.org

Cost & Payment

  • Notary services are provided for a fee of $3 per document for each notarial act.
  • The City accepts cash or check for payment.
  • The City does not charge to notarize City of Lacey claims or other City-related business.

Simple Rules Regarding Notary Services

1

Limitations To Offered Services

  • City Notaries cannot notarize:
    • Complex real estate documents, Wills, and estate documents
    • Blank documents
    • Documents that do not contain a notary certificate, in English
  • Notaries cannot give legal advice or prepare documents on your behalf.
  • Notaries cannot act as an immigration consultant or offer representation in immigration matters.
  • Notaries cannot serve as signature witnesses on the document.
2

All Signers & Witnesses Are Required to Attend

  • All required signers must appear in-person before a Notary can complete the transaction.
  • If witnesses are required, signer must bring witnesses with them. The City does not provide witnesses.
3

Only Sign when Instructed

Do not sign the document until instructed by the Notary.

4

Required Identification

Signers must have acceptable photo identification:

  • ID must be current or expired for less than three years
  • ID must be issued by a federal or state government (Driver’s License, Passport, or State ID)
  • ID must contain the individuals photograph, signature, and physical description
Department
City Clerk

email: cityclerk@cityoflacey.org

phone: 360-491-3214

Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm