CA Notary Notary Fees and Charges 3

Question 1

Under California law, who sets the maximum notary fees?

Accepted Answer

The California Legislature through the Government Code

Answer

Maximum notary fees in California are established by the California Legislature and codified in the Government Code, specifically Section 8211.

Question 2

A signer asks a notary to notarize a document but then declines service before the act is completed. May the notary charge a fee?

Accepted Answer

No, a fee may only be charged after the notarial act is completed

Answer

California notaries generally may only charge their statutory fee when a notarial act is completed; however, a pre-agreed travel fee may still be collected.

Question 3

Which California government code section governs maximum notary fees?

Accepted Answer

Section 8211

Answer

California Government Code Section 8211 specifically establishes the maximum fees a notary public may charge for various notarial acts.

Question 4

May a California notary refuse service to a signer who cannot afford the notary fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a notary is generally not obligated to provide free service except where law mandates it

Answer

California notaries are generally not required to provide free notarial services unless a specific law mandates it; they may decline service if a signer cannot pay the fee.

Question 5

A notary working for an employer performs notarizations as part of their job duties. Who may keep the fees collected?

Accepted Answer

The employer, if that is what the employment agreement specifies

Answer

If an employer-employee agreement specifies that notary fees collected belong to the employer, the notary must remit those fees to the employer.

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CA Notary Notary Fees and Charges 3