Allows copy certification. Public Act 102-160 allows a Notary to certify a paper or tangible copy of an electronic document is a true and correct copy.You must be able to prove where you or the child was born if you want to change your name or your child's name. The notary is simply stating that the document photocopy is a "true" and complete copy of the original document that was presented. A true copy is true to the original, meaning it looks like the original and is as legible as the original. How do I find out what that means? That all procedures are followed and all forms are filled out correctly the first time! Correct, after the documents are filed, the clerk of court will assign the division and fill this out. To do so, you'll need to fill in the person's first and last name. Allegheny County Courts.