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  1. How far in advance should an Arizona notary begin the renewal process before their commission expires?

    Answer: 30-60 days

    Arizona notaries should begin the renewal process 30-60 days before their commission expires to allow adequate processing time and avoid any gap in their authority to notarize.

  2. What happens if an Arizona notary's commission expires before they complete the renewal?

    Answer: They must immediately stop performing notarial acts

    Once a commission expires, the notary has no authority to perform notarial acts, regardless of whether a renewal application is pending. Any notarization performed after expiration is invalid.

  3. Must an Arizona notary obtain a new surety bond when renewing their commission?

    Answer: Yes, a new bond is required for each commission term

    Arizona requires a new surety bond for each commission term. The previous bond only covers acts performed during the previous commission period.

  4. Does an Arizona notary need to purchase a new seal when renewing?

    Answer: Yes, because the expiration date on the seal will have changed

    Since the seal must display the commission expiration date, and the renewed commission will have a new expiration date, the notary must obtain a new seal reflecting the updated information.

  5. Can an Arizona notary continue using their old journal after renewing their commission?

    Answer: Yes, they can continue using the same journal with a new section

    An Arizona notary may continue using the same journal after renewal, typically starting a new section to clearly distinguish entries made under the new commission term.

  6. What is the fee for renewing an Arizona notary commission?

    Answer: Same as the initial application fee

    The renewal fee for an Arizona notary commission is typically the same as the initial application fee. The exact amount is set by the Secretary of State's office.