Preface: This manual is intended for Indiana notary applicants, newly commissioned notaries, experienced notaries, employers, and administrative staff who need a practical reference to Indiana notarial practice. Begin with the commissioning, education, examination, and qualification sections. For an appointment, identify the requested act and then consult the applicable sections on appearance, identification, ceremony, certificates, records, or remote procedures. Use this manual together with current Indiana statutes, administrative rules, INBiz instructions, forms, and Secretary of State List: