What is a subscribing witness for proof of execution?

Asked by: Calvin Lipsey

Section 5.2 – Proof of Execution by a Subscribing Witness. If a person, called the principal, has signed a document, but cannot personally appear before a notary public, another individual can appear on that principal’s behalf to prove the execution by the principal. That person is called a subscribing witness. (

Who can notarize a document?

Notary Public

Notarization of a document is done by a Notary Public. A Notary Public is, therefore, a public official, usually lawyer, authorized to perform acts in legal affairs, in particular witnessing signatures on documents, verification and authentication of documents amidst other functions.