Michigan § 55.293 - Person with physical limitations; signature by notary public.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 55.293 — Person with physical limitations; signature by notary public., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 55.293. Person with physical limitations; signature by notary public.
A notary public may sign the name of a person whose physical characteristics limit his or her capacity to sign or make a mark on a record presented for notarization under all of the following conditions:
The notary public is orally, verbally, physically, or through electronic or mechanical means provided by the person and directed by that person to sign that person's name.
The person is in the physical presence of the notary public.
The notary public inscribes beneath the signature:
"Signature affixed pursuant to section 33 of the Michigan notary public act.".
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 55.293
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 55.293 cover?
Section 55.293 ("Person with physical limitations; signature by notary public.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 55.293?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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