An acknowledgment is one of the most common types of notarial acts, but it often confuses Notaries. Here are 5 steps to performing an acknowledgment.Pursuant to Section 117.05(13)(a), Florida Statutes, the following notarial certificates is sufficient for an acknowledgment in an individual capacity. This article and video will show Notaries to fill out each part of a notarial certificate, and common mistakes to avoid. The optional section at the bottom can deter alteration of the document or fraudulent reattachment of this form to an unintended document. Fill out the form, which is self-contained. Watch for the correct type of notarial certificate at the bottom. When necessary to correct information already printed in the notarial certificate, i.e. A notary public uses a notary acknowledgment form to attest that the individual signing a document in their presence is who they say they are. (Per 713.13 Florida Statutes).