Michigan Notary Fees and Compensation Flashcards

What is the maximum fee a Michigan notary may charge for a single notarial act?

Answer: $10

Michigan law caps the notary fee at $10 per notarial act.

May a Michigan notary charge for travel expenses in addition to the notarial fee?

Answer: Yes, travel fees may be negotiated separately with the signer

Michigan notaries may charge a separate, agreed-upon travel fee in addition to the statutory per-act fee.

Is a Michigan notary required to charge a fee for every notarial act?

Answer: No, the notary may choose to waive or reduce fees

Michigan notaries are not required to charge a fee and may waive or reduce fees at their discretion.

What must a Michigan notary do before charging a travel fee?

Answer: Obtain prior agreement from the person requesting the notarization

A notary must reach a prior agreement with the requesting party before charging any travel fee.

Can an employer prohibit a notary-employee from charging fees for notarizations performed during work hours?

Answer: Yes, an employer may restrict fee collection during work time

An employer may legitimately restrict an employee-notary from charging personal fees for notarizations performed on company time.

Which of the following best describes a Michigan notary's fee for performing a jurat?

Answer: Up to $10 per jurat

The maximum statutory fee for any single notarial act, including a jurat, is $10 in Michigan.