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Executive Order Signed Monday Focuses on Notaries Public

KSMU | By Michele Skalicky
Published April 7, 2020 at 8:57 AM CDT
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An executive order signed Monday by Governor Mike Parson is meant to protect both notaries public and those who need their services. 

Executive Order 20-08 suspends a statutory requirement that a notary public must conduct the notarization of official documents while the signer appears in person in front of him or her.

The order, requested by Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft, allows for the use of audio-video technology to complete the personal appearance requirement. 

Already-registered notaries must register as electronic notaries public. Details on registration and the personal appearance suspension are on the Secretary of State’s website at sos.mo.gov.

The order is valid until May 15 unless it’s extended.

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Michele Skalicky
Michele Skalicky has worked at KSMU since the station occupied the old white house at National and Grand. She enjoys working on both the announcing side and in news and has been the recipient of statewide and national awards for news reporting. She likes to tell stories that make a difference. Michele enjoys outdoor activities, including hiking, camping and leisurely kayaking.
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