Your Mobile Notary Questions, Answered

  • A mobile notary is a commissioned notary public who travels to your location to notarize documents, saving you time and hassle.

  • Yes. We travel to homes, offices, hospitals, care facilities, jails, detention centers, and public meeting locations. We travel to West Valley Detention Center Frequently.

  • Same-day and emergency appointments are often available, depending on location and time of day.

  • We serve the Inland Empire, including Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and select East Los Angeles County cities.

  • Yes. All notarizations are performed in compliance with California notary law.

  • Yes documents can be emailed to tonia@lyonsnotarialservice.com to be printed for our notary appointment for a fee.

Accepted Documents and Signer Requirements

Pricing, Travel Fees & Payments:

  • California allows up to $15 per notarized signature, plus a separate travel fee.

  • Yes. Travel fees vary based on distance.

  • Yes. After Hours, Holiday, and emergency appointments may include an expedited service fee.

  • We accept cash, debit/credit cards, Zelle, Paypal, and Cash App.

  • Yes. Pricing is discussed before your appointment—no surprises.

California Notary Law & Limitations

  • Common documents requiring notarization include:

    • Power of Attorney

    • Trusts & wills (not drafting or advising)

    • Advance Health Care Directives

    • Affidavits

    • Real estate & loan documents

    • Adoption & family law forms

  • A valid, government-issued photo ID acceptable by the state of California is required under California law.

  • Only in limited situations using credible witnesses, as allowed by California law.

  • Generally speaking Yes. All signers must personally appear before the notary.

    There is a rare specific scenario where the signer does not need to appear before the notary. In which case a subscribing witness must appear before the notary.

  • Yes, if the notarial certificate is in English and communication is clear.

  • No. A notary cannot provide legal advice or prepare documents unless also a licensed attorney.

  • No. Documents must be complete at the time of notarization.

  • Yes. A notary must refuse service if:

    • Proper identification is not provided

    • The document is incomplete

    • The notary has a conflict of interest
      Refusals are required by California law to protect all parties.

We proudly provide mobile notary and apostille services throughout the Inland Empire, including Fontana, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Rialto, Redlands, Moreno Valley, Corona, Eastvale, Upland, and surrounding communities. Same-day and emergency notary appointments are available across Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and select East Los Angeles County locations.

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