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Massachusetts Copy Certification Form - M.G.L. c. 222 § 15(e)

Official notary certificate for certifying true copies of original documents

$5.99

Official Massachusetts Copy Certification Certificate Form

Used to certify that a photocopy or reproduction is a true, complete, and accurate copy of an original document presented to you.

✓ COMPLIANT WITH MASSACHUSETTS LAW

Based on statutory language in M.G.L. Chapter 222, Section 15(e) as amended by Chapter 289 of the Acts of 2016 and Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023.

✓ WHAT THIS FORM DOES

- Certifies a copy is true and complete

- Confirms you compared the copy to the original document

- Attests the copy accurately reflects the original

- Provides official notarial certification of authenticity

✓ WHEN TO USE THIS FORM

Required for: business records, contracts, diplomas, transcripts, professional licenses, medical records, corporate documents, and any non-vital record requiring certified copy in Massachusetts.

✓ IMPORTANT LIMITATION

Massachusetts notaries CANNOT certify copies of vital records (birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates). These must be certified by the issuing government agency only.

✓ WHAT YOU CAN CERTIFY

You may certify copies of: diplomas, transcripts, business contracts, corporate documents, powers of attorney, professional licenses, medical records, employment records, and most other documents except vital records and publicly recordable documents.

✓ INSTANT DOWNLOAD

- Professional PDF format

- Print unlimited copies on standard 8.5" x 11" paper

- Clear layout accepted throughout Massachusetts

- Pre-formatted fields for your commission information

✓ WHAT YOU GET

One (1) Massachusetts Copy Certification Certificate Form in PDF format, ready to print and use immediately.

Digital product - no physical shipping. Download link provided immediately after purchase.

One (1) Massachusetts Copy Certification Certificate in PDF format. This is a digital download - no physical product will be shipped.

Your download link is sent immediately to your email after purchase and remains active for 365 days.

File format: PDF

File size: Approximately 158 KB

Compatible with: Adobe Reader (free), Preview (Mac), any PDF viewer

Print on: Standard 8.5" x 11" letter-size paper

This form is based on the statutory language in Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 222, Section 15(e), as amended by Chapter 289 of the Acts of 2016 and Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023.

All forms are current as of 2026. Notaries are responsible for ensuring their practices comply with applicable Massachusetts laws.

Boston Notary Co. is a private business. Not affiliated with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or any government agency. We do not provide legal advice.

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