Everything Requires a Notary, Basically.
Welcome to the hub. Here you can navigate all things related to Civil Law Notarial Duties in the State of Louisiana. There are a few categories than can help you navigate the Notary Hub. There are many Marriage, Family, Estate, Affidavits, Acknowledgements notarial acts or documents. Depending on your case and situation will determine what you need. Browse the full list that has almost every Notarial Document and get an explanation of each one. Don’t be intimidated, explore the Notary FAQ for questions we had too.
What Makes Louisiana Different?
Louisiana is the only state in the United States that operates under Civil Law, unlike its Common Law counterpart states. As of 2005, Notaries are still commissioned to the Parish for which they are registered to vote and reside in, and are qualified to perform their duties statewide. If there Notary Public was commissioned prior to 2005, their qualifications will depend on how many commissions they hold, and what Reciprocity the Parish has with its neighboring parishes.
Browse by categories or just go to the full list. Each Parish in Louisiana has reciprocal agreements with other Parishes, learn more about them here.
| CIVIL TERMS | BREAKDOWN |
|---|---|
| Instrument, Notarial Act, Affidavit, Acknowledgement, Authentic Act | These are the various terms that are associated with documents, papers, or forms that Notary Public use. The represent the transactions that take place in everyday life. |
