The Union County Clerk’s Office will host a Notary Public Training Seminar at the John H. Stamler Police Academy, located at 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains, on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 8:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The featured speaker will be Union County First Deputy County Counsel Moshood Muftau, Esq.
Space is limited to the first 50 registrants. The registration deadline is Tuesday, September 1, 2026 or until the openings are filled. A registration fee of $10.00 includes a light breakfast and is required in advance to secure registration. Attendees should note that the business casual dress code at the John J. Stamler Police Academy is strictly enforced. Jeans and sneakers are not permitted, and men must wear shirts with collars.
Deputy County Clerk Clara C. Fernández will make opening remarks and Mr. Muftau will speak about the legal aspects of the functions of notaries public.
The seminar will cover the Notary Public application process and new legal requirements and responsibilities. It will also cover the steps for proper notarization and other topics, including how to complete a notary journal and how to examine identification documents.
To register, use the downloadable form on the County Clerk’s website, https://ucnj.org/county-clerk/new-jersey-notary-training/. For additional information contact Anna Lima at 908-527-4787.
For more information about all County Clerk programs and services, visit us online at ucnj.org/county-clerk or call 908-527-4787.