Depending on your state's rules, you may also be asked to print your name, your title "Notary Public," or your commission expiration date. Carefully identify the signer; Record your journal entry; Complete the notarial certificate.Are you currently or have you ever been a commissioned notary public in Alabama? To start your process, complete the Alabama notary public application. You do not need to renew your power of attorney due to the notary stamp showing an expiration date. View a list of the available Notary Public forms available from the California Secretary of State's office here. Obtain the Application: Download the notary application form from the Alabama Secretary of State's website. The form is available in PDF format.