What must be included in a valid acknowledgment?

A valid acknowledgment must include specific details that verify the identity of the signer and the authority of the notary. The official capacity of the notary and the state of commission is essential because it establishes the notary's credentials and legitimacy in performing notarizations. This information reassures the parties involved that the notary is duly commissioned and authorized to perform notarial acts in the jurisdiction specified.

The acknowledgment serves as a formal declaration that the signer has willingly executed the document, and the inclusion of the notary's official capacity and state of commission corroborates the legality and authenticity of the act. Without this information, the acknowledgment could be questioned, potentially rendering the notarization invalid.

Including the notary’s address and phone number, the signature of a witness, or the notary's personal email address are not standard requirements for an acknowledgment, focusing instead on the authority and commission of the notary, which are crucial for the validity of the document being notarized.