When someone is incarcerated, life's legal and financial obligations do not stop. Documents still need to be signed — property may need to be transferred, a power of attorney may be needed to manage affairs on the outside, or court-related paperwork may require a notarized signature. S. Clark Notary provides mobile notary services at detention facilities in Greenville County, SC, bringing professional notarization directly to inmates who need it.
Greenville County Detention Center
The Greenville County Detention Center, located on McGee Street in Greenville, is the primary detention facility in the county. It houses individuals awaiting trial, serving short sentences, or awaiting transfer to state facilities. Susan Clark has experience coordinating notary visits at the detention center and understands the facility's procedures for outside visitors.
Access to inmates for notarization purposes must be coordinated with the facility in advance. Visitation rules, identification requirements, and scheduling procedures vary, so it is important to plan ahead. When you contact S. Clark Notary about a jail visit, we will walk you through the process and help coordinate with the facility.
What Documents Can Be Notarized at a Jail?
Inmates can sign and have notarized most of the same documents as anyone else, provided they are signing voluntarily and understand the document. Common documents include:
- Power of attorney (financial, general, or limited)
- Real estate deeds and property transfer documents
- Vehicle title transfers
- Child custody and family law documents
- Financial authorizations and banking documents
- Affidavits and sworn statements
- Divorce-related documents
- Insurance claims and beneficiary designations
What Is Needed for a Jail Notarization?
For a notarization at a detention facility, the following is typically required:
- Valid identification — The inmate must have a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID. In some cases, the facility's booking photo and identification records may be used, but this depends on the facility's policy and the notary's assessment. A state-issued ID or passport is always preferred.
- The prepared document — The document must be prepared in advance and ready for signing. The notary cannot draft documents. If you need help preparing a document, consult with an attorney before scheduling the notary visit.
- Facility approval — The detention facility must approve the notary's visit. This typically requires advance notice and may involve scheduling during specific visitation windows.
- Voluntary signing — As with all notarizations, the signer must be signing willingly and must understand the nature of the document. The notary will verify this at the time of the appointment.
Scheduling Logistics
Jail visit notarizations require more advance planning than typical mobile notary appointments. Here is the general process:
- Contact S. Clark Notary at (404) 295-3000 and provide the facility name, inmate name, and document type
- We coordinate with the facility to determine visitation procedures and schedule an approved visit time
- Ensure the document is prepared and the inmate has valid ID available
- Susan arrives at the facility at the scheduled time, clears security, and meets with the inmate to complete the notarization
- The notarized document is returned to the requesting party
Professional and Discreet Service
Susan Clark approaches every notarization — including those at detention facilities — with the same level of professionalism, respect, and discretion. The notary's role is to verify identity, witness the signature, and apply the seal, not to judge the circumstances. Every client receives courteous, respectful service regardless of the setting.