Infobox Treaty name Apostille Convention long name Convention of 5 October 1961 Abolishing the Requirement ... for Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents , the Apostille convention or the Apostille treaty is an international ... for legal purposes in all the other signatory states. Such a certification is called an apostille lang ... United Kingdom, Competent Authorities ref To be eligible for an apostille, a document must first be issued or certified by an officer recognised by the authority that will issue the apostille. For example ... of placing an apostille on all municipal civil status documents directly. In some cases, intermediate ... for an apostille. For example, in New York City , the Office of Vital Records which issues ... York County to make the birth certificate eligible for an apostille. ref http www.thomascrampton.com 2007 05 17 getting a ny birth certificate with apostille Crampton 2007 ref ref http www.dos.state.ny.us corps apostille.html Apostiles n.d. ref The apostille does not give information regarding the quality ... of the seal stamp on the document which must be certified. Apostille File Apostille Norway.gif thumb Apostille issued by Norwegian authorities The apostille itself is a stamp or printed form consisting of 10 numbered standard fields. On the top is the text APOSTILLE , under which the text Convention ... br certified at ... location the ... date by ... name No ... apostille registration number Seal stamp ... of the authority giving the apostille Signature ... signature of authority giving the apostille ... State Entry into Force Apostille not br recognized in comment flagcountry Albania dts 2004 May 9 Belgium ... Jul 30 flagcountry Venezuela dts 1999 Mar 16 center Gallery title Apostille vs. Legalization lines 4 width 200 height 150 Image AlabamianApostilleOfTheHague.jpg An Apostille of the Hague issued by the Alabama ... International Law conventions Category Legal documents bg cs Apostila de Apostille es Apostilla fr Apostille io Apostilo it Apostilla he lt Apostil hu Apostille ja no Apostille ... more details
Multiple issues expert International law original research November 2009 unreferenced November 2009 date November 2009 File Legalization.jpg thumb Legalization of a civil status document A Canadian document is certified at the Canadian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and subsequently by the consulate of the receiving state in this case, the Netherlands In international law , legalization is the process of certifying a document so a foreign country s legal system will recognize it. The process is used routinely in international commerce and civil law. It is generally performed by validation of the signature on a document by an authority which is higher in hierarchical terms. For example, a school diploma may need to be legalized by evaluation by the Ministry of Education, followed by legalization of the signature of the Ministry of Education by the Ministry of Foreign affairs. Once authenticated by the foreign ministry the documents then need to be reviewed and approved by the consular staff of the country in which the transaction is to occur.Often also certified translation is required for full legalization. Apostille treaty main Apostille treaty The Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement for Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents has supplanted the default procedure by a system of apostille . It is available if both the country of the document and the country for which the document are party to the treaty. The apostille is a stamp on which standard validating information is supplied. It is available dependent on the document from a notary public or court. Category Legal terms Category Conflict of laws Category Notariat International law stub cs Superlegalizace de Legalisation es Legalizaci n it Legalizzazione ... more details
Distinguish2 Apostille international legal document or religious commentary Wiktionary apostle TOC right An apostle is a religious messenger and ambassador. Apostle and apostles may refer to Religion Apostle Christian , one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, named in the New Testament Apostle Latter Day Saints , a position within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints Chief Apostle , highest minister in the New Apostolic Church Apostles of Bah u ll h , nineteen early followers of Bah u ll h The Seventy Disciples , also known as the Seventy Apostles by the Orthodox Church Rasul , Islamic prophet or messenger, sometimes translated apostle Arts and entertainment The Apostle , a 1997 film directed by and starring Robert Duvall The Apostles Elgar The Apostles Elgar , a 1903 choral work by Edward Elgar El Ap stol , the world s oldest animated feature film, 1917, Argentina The Apostles , a punk rock band from the 1980s Apostle of Hustle , a Canadian indie rock band Apostle production company , a television production company founded by Jim Serpico and Denis Leary 12 Apostles record label Apostles of the Stars , a group of villains from the Black Cat manga and anime series The 7 Apostles, characters from the Chrono Crusade manga series Rufus, the thirteenth apostle, a character in Dogma film Dogma film Demons created by the God Hand in Berserk manga Other uses Cambridge Apostles , a secret society at the University of Cambridge Apostle Plant , the Neomarica genus of plants, which closely resemble irises The Squad Irish Republican Army unit , also known as the Twelve Apostles, an Irish Republican Army unit founded by Michael Collins The Apostle Islands , in Lake Superior The Twelve Apostles Victoria , a limestone formation in Australia The Twelve Apostles Cape Town , a coastal mountain range south of Cape Town, South Africa See also Twelve Apostles disambiguation Apostolic disambiguation Apprenticeship Disciple disambiguation Apostol disambiguation , first and family ... more details
Cleanup date December 2007 The NIE Number is a tax identification number in Spain, known in Spanish as the N mero de Identificaci n de Extranjero . The NIE Number is issued by the National Police of Spain and in accordance to Spanish law is required for the purchase or sale of any real estate, vehicle, or boat within Spain. There are many other transactions that require the parties involved to possess an NIE Number. The NIE Number itself is issued on a standard A4 page, with the recipients full name as written on the passport used during the application process , their place of birth, their nationality, and the number itself, along with a stamp and signature provided by the National Police. The document is often used as a form of identification, and in many cases the original document is required a copy is not sufficient . Once issued an NIE number, it will never change, irrelevant of marital status, name changes or residence status. The NIE Number is a national number, and therefore the location of application is irrelevant as the number can be used throughout the whole of Spain. History Although largely ignored by the vast majority of foreigners up until the year 2005, the National Tax Identification number of Spain has been a requirement for all individuals conducting any type of business within Spain that involves purchasing or selling any items. The Spanish government have linked the NIE Number to various other departments such as the Social Security and residence e.g. including the NIE Number on the tarjeta de residencia residence card . . See also Apostille National identification number External links http www.nienumberdirect.com spanish nie application faq FAQ on who needs an NIE Number NIE Number Direct, July 7, 2007 http www.mir.es Ministry of the Interior of Spain The government body responsible for NIE Number application processing http www.policia.es Polic a Nacional de Espa a The National Police of Spain National identification numbers Category Nation ... more details
The Secretary of State U.S. state government Secretary of State of South Carolina is an elected position in the U.S. state of South Carolina . Organization The Secretary of State s office has four internal divisions http www.scsos.com Business Filings The Division of Business Filings charters corporation s and other business entities, records lien s made under the Uniform Commercial Code and serves as a registered agent for foreign corporations not authorized to do business in South Carolina. This division also licenses Employment agency employment agencies and monitors certain types of investments for business opportunities. ref http www.scsos.com Business Filings Business Opportunities Registration of Business Opportunities, South Carolina Secretary of State s Office ref http www.scsos.com Trademarks The Trademarks Division registers trademark s and service mark s used in commerce in South Carolina, and investigates counterfeit marks and fraudulent use of registered trademarks. http www.scsos.com Public Charities The Division of Public Charities is responsible for the oversight and regulation of charitable organizations and professional fundraisers pursuant to the state s Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act. http www.scsos.com Cable Franchise Authority The Cable Franchise Authority regulates cable television providers within the state. The Secretary of State is also responsible for commissioning Notary Public Notaries Public and issuing apostille s ref http www.scsos.com Notaries and Apostilles Notaries and Apostilles information, South Carolina Secretary of State s Office ref , issuing commissions and filing oaths of office for state officials ref http www.scsos.com Boards and Commissions Boards and Commissions information, South Carolina Secretary of State s Office ref , and incorporation of Municipality municipalities . ref http www.scsos.com Municipalities Municipal information, South Carolina Secretary of State s Office ref The current Secretary of State of ... more details
The Secretary of State of Wyoming is the Secretary of State U.S. state government state secretary of state of the U.S. state of Wyoming . It is a constitutional office, established under the Constitution of Wyoming . The Secretary of State is the keeper of the Seal of Wyoming Great Seal of Wyoming and the state s official record keeper. When the Governor of Wyoming governor is traveling out of state, the Secretary of State serves as acting governor Wyoming has no Lieutenant governor United States lieutenant governor . The current Secretary of State is Max Maxfield . The Secretary of State s Office is divided into five divisions ref http soswy.state.wy.us SecretaryDesk DutiesOfOfficials.aspx Duties of Wyoming Officials ref The Administrative Services Division keeps track of the money for the other parts of the Office. This division is also responsible for the registration of Notary public notaries public , apostille s and document authentication, and is the official registrar for all state regulation s. The Business Division files information about businesses, including charters of corporation s and other business entities, and lien s made pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code . This division also registers trademark s and trade name s, and is responsible for licensing Wyoming s official trademark, the Bucking Horse and Rider . The Compliance Division oversees the Security finance securities industry in the state, investigates violations of Securities regulation in the United States securities laws , and provides financial education to the public. The Elections Division administers elections. This task includes recording voting results for statewide elections and ensuring compliance with campaign finance laws and state and federal election laws. This division is also responsible for the registration of lobbyist s. The Technology Division maintains the Secretary of State s employees computer equipment and programs, and maintains the Secretary s website . References ... more details
The Secretary of State of Mississippi is the state secretary of state of the U.S. state of Mississippi . It is a constitutional official originally established under the Article IV, 14 of Mississippi Constitution of 1817, and was reestablished under Article V, 133 of the Mississippi Constitution Mississippi Constitution of 1890 . ref http www.sos.state.ms.us about sos history.asp History of the Office of Mississippi Secretary of State ref The current Secretary of State is Delbert Hosemann . Organization The Secretary of State s Office is composed of six divisions The http www.sos.state.ms.us busserv index.asp Business Services Division is responsible for chartering corporation s and other business entities, registering lien s under the Uniform Commercial Code , issuing apostille s, and regulating Notary public notaries public . This division also publishes the Mississippi Administrative Bulletin, which is the official gazette for all regulation s made by state agencies. The http www.sos.state.ms.us PublicLands PublicLands.asp Public Lands Division administers all public lands, including land forfeited in tax foreclosure s, lands reserved for school use, tidelands held under the public trust doctrine , and lands held by state agencies. The http www.sos.state.ms.us elections elections.asp Elections Division administers elections, and monitors campaign finance and lobbying activities. The http www.sos.state.ms.us regenf regenf.asp Regulation and Enforcement Division oversees the Security finance securities industry in Mississippi, and also regulates Charitable organization charities , Cemetery cemeteries , funeral home s, and scrap metal dealers. The http www.sos.state.ms.us ed pubs ed pubs.asp Education and Publications Division oversees the publication and distribution of state and agency documents including statute s and law report s , and coordinates the educational and constituent programs within the Secretary of State s office. The http www.sos.state.ms.us Policy ... more details
The Secretary of State U.S. state government Secretary of State of South Dakota is an elected constitutional officer of the U.S. state of South Dakota . The current Secretary of State is Chris Nelson . The Secretary of State s Office is composed of three divisions The http www.sdsos.gov busineservices busineservices overview.shtm Business Services Division registers corporation s and other business entities, as well as trademark s, Doing business as DBA statements and lien s filed pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code . The http www.sdsos.gov electionsvoteregistration electionsvoteregistration overview.shtm Elections Division administers election s and voter registration , and regulates campaign finance . The Secretary of State also serves as the chairperson of the South Dakota Board of Elections. ref http www.sdsos.gov electionsvoteregistration boardofelections.shtm South Dakota Board of Elections ref The http www.sdsos.gov adminservices adminservices overview.shtm Administrative Services Division licenses Notary public notaries public , sports agent s, and Lobbying lobbyists , issues apostille s and Concealed carry in the United States concealed pistol permits , authorizes certain types of raffle s, serves as registered agent for service of process for certain out of state citizens and corporations ref http www.sdsos.gov adminservices summonses.shtm Summons and complaint issues ref , and publishes the South Dakota Legislative Manual referred to as the Blue Book . ref http www.sdsos.gov adminservices bluebook.shtm South Dakota Legislative Manual ref Other duties The Secretary serves on the State Board of Finance ref http www.sdsos.gov officeofSecretary officeduties secretarystateboardfinance.shtm South Dakota State Board of Finance ref and maintains legislative records ref http www.sdsos.gov officeofSecretary officeduties legislativerecordskeeper.shtm Legislative records ref . References Reflist External links http www.sdsos.gov Official homepage of the South Dak ... more details
Certificate , with apostille attached and translated into Italian. Your Parents Marriage certificate Marriage Certificate with apostille attached and translated into Italian. Your Parents Birth Certificates with apostille s attached and translated into Italian if not from Italy . Your Grandparents Birth Certificates with apostille attached and translated into Italian if not from Italy . Continue ... you will need your grandparents marriage certificate s with apostille s attached and translated into Italian ... between you and your Italian ancestor, you will have to obtain all divorce records with apostille ... with apostille s attached and translated into Italian if not from Italy . NOTE Some consulates ... more details
An exemplified copy or exemplification is an official attested copy or transcript of a public instrument, made under the seal and original pen in hand signature ref Vital Records Frequently Asked Questions , Georgia Department of Human Resources 2006 http health.state.ga.us programs vitalrecords faq.asp . Retrieved 21 January 2009. ref of a court or public functionary ref Stewart Rapalje and Robert L. Lawrence, eds., A Dictionary of American and English Law , vol. 1, A K, s.v. Exemplification The Lawbook Exchange, 1997 , 484. ref and in the name of the sovereign ref Michael M. Martin and Daniel J. Capra, New York Evidence Handbook Rules, Theory, and Practice , 2nd edn. NY Aspen Pub., 2002 , p. 900. ref , e.g., The People of the State of New York . Exemplifications can only be attested and executed by either the authority holding the record or the issuing authority. Exemplified copies are also usually an extract or transcript made directly from the original. They can be contrasted with certified copy certified copies which are attested by a public authority who does not necessarily execute the copy are signed and sealed by the certifier, not necessarily the issuing authority or recorder and are a facsimile, made from the original or not, and vary as to faithfulness, e.g., fair copy, imitative copy, and so forth. Image Nyc exemplification compressed.jpg thumb A Letter of Exemplification issued by New York City . Certified copies of birth and death records from Government of New York City New York City , Los Angeles , Georgia, and in certain other locations in the U.S. can, if requested, be accompanied by a letter of exemplification ref For examples http foreigndocumentsexpress.com ny index.php?option com content&task view&id 33&Itemid 68 . Retrieved 19 January, 2009. ref . This is the first step in a process leading to authentication or an apostille , which are often needed if the record is to be used outside the U.S. the Government of New York New York State Departme ... more details
The Secretary of the State of Rhode Island is an elected office in the U.S. state of Rhode Island . As of 2008, the current Secretary of State is A. Ralph Mollis . The Office of the Secretary of State is composed of five separate divisions http www.sec.state.ri.us elections The Elections and Civics Division prepares ballot s, ensures accessibility of voting facilities, qualifies and certifies the names of all federal and state candidates for ballot placement, maintains a database of registered voters, and ensures compliance with the Help America Vote Act . Administration of elections and compliance with campaign finance laws is the responsibility of a separate state agency, the http www.elections.ri.gov default.htm Rhode Island Board of Elections . http www.sec.state.ri.us corps The Corporations Division is responsible for a wide range of business related legal documents and filings, including formation of corporation s and other business entities, lien s and security interest s under the Uniform Commercial Code , registration of Notary public notaries public , apostille s, trademark s and service mark s, registration of businesses conducting games of chance , and various other documents required by state law. http www.sec.state.ri.us pubinfo The Public Information Division accepts many filings required to be made with Secretary of State, including Lobbying Disclosures, Public Meeting Notices and Minutes, Disclosure of State Government Consultants and Appointments to Boards and Commissions, and other government information. This division also publishes the http www.sec.state.ri.us pubinfo rigom0708 rigom07.html Rhode Island Government Owner s Manual , which gives a broad overview of various government offices and officials. http www.sec.state.ri.us Archives The Rhode Island State Archives is the official custodian and trustee for public records of permanent historical value. http www.sec.state.ri.us library The Rhode Island State Library , which was created in 1852 ... more details
The Secretary of State U.S. state government Secretary of State of Arizona is an elected position in the U.S. state of Arizona . Since Arizona has no Lieutenant governor United States lieutenant governor , the Secretary stands first in the line of succession to the Governor of Arizona governorship . The Secretary also serves as acting governor whenever the governor is incapacitated or out of state. The Secretary is the keeper of the Seal of Arizona , and administers oaths of office ref name duties http www.azsos.gov info duties.htm Duties of the Secretary of State ref The current secretary is Ken Bennett . Duties The Secretary is in charge of a wide variety of other duties as well. The Secretary is in charge of four divisions The Secretary is in charge of the http www.azsos.gov adv dir Arizona Advance Directive Registry , which is the official state repository of advance directives such as living will s, Power of attorney Medical Powers of Attorney , and Mental Health Powers of Attorney. The http www.azsos.gov business services Business Services Division is responsible for registering trademark s, trade name s, and lien s under the Uniform Commercial Code . This division also issues apostille s, files intergovernmental agreements and notices of public meetings, and regulates Notary public notaries public , Employment agency employment agencies , sports agent s, Absentee landlord out of state landlords , telemarketer s, and charitable organization s. The Business Services Division is responsible for chartering partnership s corporation s, on the other hand, are the responsibility of the Arizona Corporation Commission . ref name duties http www.azsos.gov election The Elections Division is responsible for administering all elections in the state, and certifying their results. This division also regulates lobbying and campaign finance . The http www.azsos.gov public services Public Services Division is responsible for filing Bill proposed law bills from the Arizona Legi ... more details
The Secretary of State U.S. state government Secretary of State of Louisiana is one of the elected constitutional officers of the U.S. state of Louisiana . The position was created by Article 4, Section 7 of the Louisiana Constitution . The current Secretary of State is Tom Schedler . Structure & Organization The Secretary of State s Office is composed of seven divisions The http www.sos.louisiana.gov tabid 53 Default.aspx Louisiana State Archives is a division of the Secretary of State s office, and is the official repository for all historical records of the state. The http www.sos.louisiana.gov tabid 67 Default.aspx Commissions Division grants commission certificates to state officials, as well as Justice of the peace justices of the peace and clergymen to perform marriage s . This division also issues apostille s, and attests and affixes the Seal of Louisiana state seal to pardon s issued by the Governor of Louisiana Governor . The http www.sos.louisiana.gov tabid 66 Default.aspx Commercial Division registers corporations and other business entities, administers the state trademark laws, and files lien s pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code . This division also serves as the registered agent for service of process in certain types of lawsuit s. ref http www.sos.louisiana.gov tabid 96 Default.aspx Louisiana Secretary of State, Commercial Division, Administrative Services ref The http www.sos.louisiana.gov tabid 68 Default.aspx Elections Division is responsible for the administration of all election s within the state. ref http www.sos.louisiana.gov tabid 157 Default.aspx Mission and history of the Elections Division ref Campaign finance and lobbying are regulated by the http www.ethics.state.la.us Louisiana Ethics Administration , a separate agency. The http www.sos.louisiana.gov tabid 69 Default.aspx Museums Division operates the state s many museums and historical exhibits. The http www.sos.louisiana.gov tabid 70 Default.aspx Notaries Division licenses and s ... more details
Original research article date July 2008 Homologation is a technical term, derived from the Greek language Greek homologeo for to agree , which is generally used in English to signify the granting of approval by an official authority . This may be a court of law, a government department, or an academic or professional body, any of which would normally work from a set of strict rules or standards to determine whether such approval should be given. The word may be considered very roughly synonymous with wiktionary Accreditation accreditation , and in fact in French may be used with regard to academic degree s see apostille . Certified is another possible synonym, while to homologate is the infinitive verb form. In today s marketplace, for instance, products must often be homologated by some public agency to assure that they meet standards for such things as safety and environmental impact. A court action may also sometimes be homologated by a judicial authority before it can proceed, and the term has a precise legal meaning in the judicial codes of some countries. The word, and cognate terms in other European languages It omologazione Sp homologaci n Pt homologa o Ro omologare , is used within the European Union in those papers that are direct translations from French to refer to the processes of making trade standards and laws consistent throughout the whole of the union. British journalists usually prefer to use the word harmonisation for this purpose. The equivalent process of testing and certification for conformance to technical standards is usually known as Type Approval in English language jurisdictions. Another usage pertains to the biology biological sciences , where it may describe the similarities used to assign organisms to the same family or taxon , similarities they have jointly inherited from a common ancestor. Sport Motorsports main Homologation motorsport In Auto racing motorsports a vehicle must be homologated by the sanctioning body to rac ... more details
The Secretary of State of Nevada is a statewide elected office in the State of Nevada . The Secretary of state U.S. state government secretary of state post is common to many U.S. state s. In Nevada, it is a constitutional office i.e., it is mandated by the Constitution of Nevada . The current Secretary of State, Democratic Party United States Democrat Ross Miller , was elected in 2006. Miller was preceded by Dean Heller , who served as Secretary of State from 1995 to 2006 and was subsequently elected to the United States House of Representatives Organization The Nevada Secretary of State s Office is composed of four divisions The Commercial Recordings Division has offices in Carson City, Nevada Carson City , Reno, Nevada Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada Las Vegas . It registers business organization s and keeps their documentation up to date. This division also registers trade name s, trademark s, service mark s, rights of publicity , and filings pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code . The Elections Division is located in the Capitol Building in Carson City. The Division certifies candidates, registers and files Candidate Contribution and Expenditure Reports, certifies Referendum ballot questions , supervises election s, and reports and certifies the results of state primary and general elections. The Division also administers the state s Address confidentiality program Confidential Address Program for victims of domestic violence . The Notary Division of the Secretary of State s office is responsible for appointing, training, and disciplining the Notary public notaries public within the state of Nevada. The Division is also charged with administering the state s digital signature laws and with notarizing apostille s. The Division is located in Carson City. The Securities Division is located in Las Vegas, with a satellite office in Reno. The Securities Division is charged with the Securities regulation in the United States regulation of the state s securities industry ... more details
New Mexico Notary Public information ref and issuance of apostille s ref http www.sos.state.nm.us sos Apostille.html New Mexico apostille information ref . Other duties The Secretary maintains ... more details
The Secretary of State U.S. state government Secretary of the State of Connecticut is one of the constitutional officers of the U.S. state of Connecticut . The definite article is part of the legal job title. It is an elected position in the state government and has a term length of four years. The current Secretary of the State is Denise Merrill , a Democratic Party United States Democrat who has held the office since 2011. The Secretary of the State s Office is composed of two divisions The http www.sots.ct.gov sots cwp view.asp?a 3179&q 392220&SOTSNav GID 1846 Legislation and Elections Administration Division , which administers elections and ensures compliance with state and federal election laws. This division is also responsible for maintaining governmental records, administering the Seal of Connecticut , and licensing notary public notaries public . ref http www.sots.ct.gov sots cwp view.asp?a 3181&q 392240&SOTSNav GID 1842 Overview of the Office of the Secretary of the State ref The http www.sots.ct.gov sots cwp view.asp?a 3177&q 392126&SOTSNav GID 1844 Commercial Recording Division , which charters corporation s and other business entities, registers trademark s, service mark s, and lien s under the Uniform Commercial Code , and issues apostille s. List of Secretaries of the State of Connecticut class wikitable Name Town & political party Term of service Years of service Edward Hopkins Hartford, O 1639 41 2 yrs. Thomas Welles Hartford, O 1641 48 7 yrs. John Cullick Hartford, O 1648 58 10 yrs. Daniel Clark Windsor, O 1658 64, 65 67 8 yrs. John Allyn Hartford, O 1664 65, 67 96 30 yrs. Eleazer Kimberly Glastonbury, O 1696 1709 13 yrs. William Whiting Hartford, O 1709 3 m. Caleb Stanly Hartford, O 1709 12 3 yrs. Richard Lord Hartford, O 1712 17 d. Hezekiah Wyllys Hartford, O 1712 35 23 yrs. George Wyllys Hartford, O 1735 96 61 yrs. Samuel Wyllys Hartford, O 1796 1810 14 yrs. Thomas Day Hartford, O 1810 35 25 yrs. Royal R. Hinman Southbury, O 1835 42 7 yrs. Noah ... more details
The Secretary of State U.S. state government Secretary of State of Idaho is one of the constitutional officers of the U.S. state of Idaho . It is an elected position within the Executive government executive branch of the state government. The current Secretary of State is Ben Ysursa . Duties of the Secretary of State Electoral The Secretary is responsible for the administration of elections and regulation of lobbying and campaign finance . ref http www.sos.idaho.gov elect eleindex.htm Idaho Secretary of State Elections page ref Economic The Secretary s office registers business entities ref http www.sos.idaho.gov corp corindex.htm Idaho Secretary of State Business Entities home page ref , files lien s under the Uniform Commercial Code ref http www.sos.idaho.gov ucc uccindex.htm Idaho UCC Index ref , and registers trademark s and service mark s within the state. ref http www.sos.idaho.gov tmarks tmindex.htm Idaho Trade Mark Index ref Administrative & Governmental The Secretary is the keeper of the Seal of Idaho Great Seal of Idaho , and as such is responsible for licensing Notary public notaries public , as well as authenticating documents and issuing apostille s. ref http www.sos.idaho.gov notary npindex.htm Notary Public information from the Idaho Secretary of State ref The Secretary s office also provides information and publications to the general public, including the http www.sos.idaho.gov elect bluebook.htm Idaho Blue Book , and is also an ex officio member of the Idaho Code Commission. ref http www.sos.idaho.gov pubs sospubs.htm Idaho Secretary of State Publications home page ref The Secretary also administers the Idaho Will law Will Registry ref http www.sos.idaho.gov general will reg.htm Idaho Will Registry ref , the Idaho Health Care Directive Registry for such documents as living will s and Power of attorney medical powers of attorney ref http www.sos.idaho.gov general hcdr.htm Idaho Health Care Directive Registry ref , and the state s Address Confidenti ... more details
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