Picture this: a signer hands you a driver's license that looks completely legitimate. A few years ago, spotting a fake was mostly about knowing what to look for. Today, with AI-generated IDs and deepfake technology becoming more accessible, notaries are on the front lines of a fraud landscape

A forged deed can transfer a family's home without their knowledge. A fake power of attorney can empty a bank account. These are exactly the kinds of fraud that careful, in-person notarization helps guard against.

The best part of being a mobile notary is getting to meet a wide array of people. But it can also be dangerous, and after 17+ years of mobile appointments, I’ve learned never to take my safety for granted.