California State Rules prevent a Notary Public from telling clients which "act" need, Acknowledgment or Jurat. NP Tip: Jurats are for Oaths and contain, "swear or affirm". NP Tip: Acknowledgments verify the identity of a signer. JURAT - A Jurat is an Oath and the wording in the section of the form that the Notary. This fee is separate from any Travel