2Notaries Public have duties and responsibilities that confer upon them the trust and faith of the public. Notaries Public are authorized to perform certain official duties that are critical to those who need them. Because the work of Notaries Public is so important, please make sure you take the time to review this guide carefully. It is critical for you to understand the obligations of being a Notary Public and for you to perform those duties in a manner that merits the trust, confidence and respect appropriate to the office.