Those who need to have a document notarized can do so locally. The Pella Police Department’s Communications Specialists offer in-person notary services to all members
of the public 24/7/365. The most common function of a notary is to prevent fraud by attesting that a specific person signed a document, according to the department, who has been pushing to notify the community about the available service.

Review these helpful tips before bringing a document to be notarized:
1.Double check that the document contains a certificate of notarial act which the notary will complete.
2.Bring photo identification to present to the notary to establish an identity.
3.Wait to sign the document until in the presence of the notary.

To search a database of all Iowa notaries, visit the Secretary of State’s website at https://sos.iowa.gov/search/notary/search.aspx