When can a notary perform their own execution of documents?

A notary can perform their own execution of documents specifically when it relates to their own self-proved will. This exception exists because a self-proving will includes a sworn statement of the witnesses and the notary public, which serves to simplify the process of validating the will after the testator’s death.

In such cases, the notary acts not only in the capacity of notarizing the signatures but also as a participant in the document itself. This dual role is sanctioned because the self-proving will typically requires the signatures to be notarized at the time they are executed, ensuring that the presence of the notary serves to authenticate the process.

The other options do not meet the legal criteria under which a notary can routinely execute documents while maintaining the integrity of their notarization duties. Notaries must avoid situations where they have a personal interest in the document being notarized, as this could lead to conflicts of interest or claims of bias. Hence, options like signing as an individual on the documents, having no financial interest, or requiring approval from a supervisor do not allow for the same level of impartiality and are generally not permitted in most scenarios.