Some forms must be signed in the presence of a notary public or deputy clerk. This is the requirement that your signature be witnessed.The notary application packet and the notice of name change form may be downloaded in Adobe's Acrobat PDF format for viewing or printing at your site. Complete Application: Fill out the notary public application form available from the Florida Department of State. 2020, the following form is to be completed for use with online notarization of the Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application. A notary public must use a certificate in substantially the following form in notarizing an attested copy. Follow the instructions carefully to complete your application online using our Florida Notary Application Wizard or download a blank form. There are sample notarial documents for an oath or affirmation, an acknowledgement in an individual capacity, and a certified copy.