Can a Notary Public perform notarizations outside of Pennsylvania?

A Notary Public's authority is confined to the state in which they are commissioned, meaning they are authorized to perform notarizations only within that specific state. This limitation ensures that notaries are familiar with and adhere to the laws and regulations governing notarial acts in their state of commission. Each state has its own set of laws regarding notary practices, including the required identification for signers, fees, and document handling, and these laws do not extend across state lines.

While the other choices suggest various scenarios where a notary might perform duties outside Pennsylvania, these scenarios do not align with the established legal framework for notaries. Only Pennsylvania notaries can perform acts as defined under Pennsylvania law. This helps maintain the integrity and reliability of notarizations within each state’s jurisdiction.