Notary Seal Stamp (CO)

Notary seals must be ink stamps, rectangular in shape, and include the notary’s legal name. The name must match the name on your notary certificate exactly. The notary stamp must have the words NOTARY PUBLIC, the words STATE OF COLORADO, the Notary ID number and commission expiration date for all commissions issued or renewed after August 8, 2012. The notary seal must be rectangular in shape. There are no restrictions on size other than it must be large enough to read. There are no restrictions on ink color, but keep in mind that it must be clear and visible on photocopies. The use of seal embossers is prohibited.

The seal is stamped anywhere near the notary’s signature. The law is not specific about placement, nor does it require that a seal be right side up. The seal should not obscure the text of the document itself, or be placed over the notary’s signature. Some preprinted notarial certificates have the letters “ss” printed in a space next to or under the certificate itself. These letters are intended to indicate the spot for the seal.

The notary’s official signature must be exactly as it appears on the notary’s application. Even a small change from the signature on file with the Secretary of State may make it impossible to authenticate a notary.