The mission of the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) is to foster opportunities for businesses to grow and for communities to succeed. What you should look for in a document before you notarize: The proper notary wording (Certificate of Notarial Act).This article and video will show Notaries to fill out each part of a notarial certificate, and common mistakes to avoid. When notarizing an affidavit, make sure the signer appears before you in person. Sample Notary Statements are available for the following forms: Acknowledgements Oaths Depositions Affidavits Certificates Acknowledgements. Please enter the full name of the homeowner or tenant, current address, zip code, and the name of the parent(s) or guardian(s). The notary statement determines which notary act you are completing. The most common notary acts are verification on oath or affirmation, and acknowledgment. The notary statement determines which notary act you are completing. The most common notary acts are verification on oath or affirmation, and acknowledgment.