When a client speaks no English and the notary speaks no foreign language, the notary must:

Detailed Explanation

A notary must be able to communicate with the signer to administer the required oath or acknowledgment. If no shared language exists between the notary and signer, the notary must decline the notarization. Interpreters used in the notary's presence are permissible in some circumstances, but the notary must still be able to administer the oath meaningfully.