Notary Public

The Green Hills Public Library District provides notary service in accordance with the Illinois Notary Public Handbook, published by the Office of the Illinois Secretary of State.  Library notaries will decline to provide notary service in situations that do not comply with the provisions of this manual.

Notary service is provided free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis.  Patrons seeking notary service are encouraged to inquire prior to their visit regarding the availability of services, as a notary may not be present during all operational hours.  Services are typically available between 10am-4pm Monday-Friday, however we strongly encourage you to confirm availability and make an appointment by calling 708-598-8446.

Patrons utilizing this service must provide the notary with a current, valid identification issued by a state or federal agency that includes the patron’s photo and signature, such as a current driver’s license, state ID, U.S. military ID, or U.S. passport.

Notary service is not available for documents which require legal knowledge, including but not limited to deeds, wills, living wills, trusts, and real estate transactions.  In addition, the Library is unable to certify copies or notarize government I-9 forms.

At the discretion of the notary, service will not be provided if the document(s) or circumstances of the request raise any issues of authenticity, ambiguity, doubt, or uncertainty.