A Florida notary acknowledgment form is a sworn statement, commonly attached to a legal document, that confirms the authenticity of the person signing. A notary public’s duty is not to attest to the legitimacy of the document itself, but to verify the identities of all signing parties and ensure they have signed the document under their own free will.

Valid photo identification must be provided by all parties involved unless the notary recognizes the individual personally. It is recommended that signatures be inscribed in the presence of the notary instead of completed beforehand. Once the identification and signature verification processes are complete, the notary can fill out the acknowledgment form. The document is officially notarized once the notary includes their signature and seal on the acknowledgment form.