1. A notary public is responsible for the security of the notary public’s stamping device and shall not allow another individual to use the device to perform a notarial act.

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Terms Used In Iowa Code 9B.18

  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
 2. If a notary public’s stamping device is lost or stolen, the notary public or the notary public’s personal representative or guardian shall notify promptly the commissioning officer or agency on discovering that the device is lost or stolen.