OK Notary Notary Fees and Compensation 1

Question 1

What is the maximum fee an Oklahoma notary may charge per notarial act?

Accepted Answer

$5

Answer

Oklahoma law caps the fee for each notarial act at $5.

Question 2

May an Oklahoma notary charge a travel fee in addition to the notarial fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if agreed upon in advance and reasonable

Answer

A notary may charge a reasonable travel fee in addition to the notarial fee, provided both parties agree in advance.

Question 3

Can an Oklahoma notary waive their fee entirely for a client?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a notary may choose to perform notarizations for free

Answer

Oklahoma notaries are permitted to waive their fees at their discretion; the statutory fee is a maximum, not a requirement.

Question 4

An Oklahoma notary who overcharges a client above the statutory maximum may face which consequence?

Accepted Answer

Commission revocation and potential criminal charges

Answer

Overcharging beyond the statutory fee limit can result in commission revocation and possible criminal liability under Oklahoma law.

Question 5

If an Oklahoma notary performs two acknowledgments in one sitting for the same document, how much may they charge?

Accepted Answer

$5 per signature acknowledged, up to $10

Answer

The $5 fee applies per notarial act, so two acknowledgments may be charged at $5 each.

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