A Notary Public is a state-appointed official authorized to witness the signing of important documents, administer oaths, and help deter fraud.

By verifying identities and ensuring that documents are signed willingly and legally, notaries provide trust, protection, and peace of mind in both personal and business transactions.

Please bring the document you need notarized and a valid photo ID — such as a driver’s license, passport, or other government-issued identification.

In some cases, additional paperwork may be required depending on the type of service.

Most notarizations take only a few minutes if you have your ID and documents ready.

If you have multiple documents or need several signatures, your appointment may take a bit longer.

Under current California law, a Notary Public cannot perform Remote Online Notarizations (RON) where the signer appears by video instead of in person.

All notarizations must take place in person, with the signer physically present before the notary.

We can meet at your home, workplace, local coffee shop, or any safe and convenient public location within Mono or Inyo County.

We’re happy to travel anywhere from Mammoth Lakes to Bishop and surrounding communities throughout Inyo and Mono counties.

Acceptable forms of identification include:

• California Driver’s License or ID Card

• U.S. Passport or Passport Card

• U.S. Military ID

• Other state-issued driver’s license or ID (if current and unexpired)

If you’re unsure whether your ID qualifies, contact us before your appointment.

Yes — as long as the document itself is in a language the signer understands and can communicate clearly in English with the notary.

However, the notarial certificate must be completed in English as required by California law.

Absolutely. We know many clients can’t take time off work for notary appointments, so we offer flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends.

Contact us to get the conversation started around scheduling your appointment.

Some documents, such as wills or power of attorney forms, may require additional witnesses.

You are responsible for providing witnesses unless otherwise arranged in advance.

Yes! Gold Stone Notary offers Live Scan fingerprinting for background checks, employment, and professional licensing.