VT Notary Notary Fees and Ethics

Question 1

What is the maximum fee a Vermont notary may charge per notarial act?

Accepted Answer

$10 per notarial act

Answer

Vermont law sets a maximum fee of $10 per notarial act that a notary public may charge.

Question 2

May a Vermont notary charge a travel fee in addition to the per-act fee?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Vermont notaries may charge a reasonable travel fee on top of the per-act fee, provided the fee is disclosed to the signer before travel occurs.

Question 3

A Vermont notary is employed by a bank. Must the bank allow the notary to charge customers for notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

No, the employer may require the notary to perform acts free of charge for customers

Answer

An employer may direct a notary-employee to perform notarial acts for customers without charge as part of their job duties.

Question 4

Which ethical obligation prohibits a Vermont notary from notarizing a document in which they have a direct financial interest?

Accepted Answer

The prohibition on notarizing documents in which the notary is a named party or has a financial interest

Answer

Vermont notaries must not notarize documents in which they have a direct financial interest or are named as a party, as this creates a disqualifying conflict of interest.

Question 5

A Vermont notary refuses to notarize a document because of the signer's race. This is:

Accepted Answer

A violation of law and notary ethics

Answer

Refusing notarial services based on race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics violates Vermont law and notary ethical standards.

VT Notary - Vermont Notary Exam Practice Test

VT Notary - Vermont Notary Exam Practice Test

VT Notary Notary Fees and Ethics