UT Notary Fees and Administrative Rules 2

Question 1

What is the maximum fee a Utah notary may charge per notarial act under Utah Code § 46-1-12?

Accepted Answer

$10

Answer

Utah Code § 46-1-12 sets the maximum notarial fee at $10 per notarial act.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, a reasonable travel fee may be charged if agreed upon in advance

Answer

Utah allows notaries to charge a separate travel fee beyond the notarial act fee, provided it is disclosed and agreed to by the client in advance.

Question 3

Does Utah law require a notary to provide a receipt for fees charged?

Accepted Answer

No, receipts are not specifically required by Utah law but may be requested by the client

Answer

Utah notary law does not specifically mandate receipts for fees, but best practices and client requests should be accommodated.

Question 4

Under Utah administrative rules, what must a notary disclose when advertising notarial services in languages other than English?

Accepted Answer

That they are not an attorney and cannot give legal advice

Answer

Utah Code § 46-1-20 requires that notaries advertising in languages other than English must disclose that they are not attorneys and cannot give legal advice.

Question 5

Can a Utah notary accept payment for notarial services in cryptocurrency?

Accepted Answer

Utah law does not address cryptocurrency payment; the notary may agree to any lawful form of payment

Answer

Utah law does not specify the form of payment; notaries and clients may agree on any lawful method.

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UT Notary Fees and Administrative Rules 2