TX NNJE Fees and Compensation

Question 1

What is the maximum fee a Texas notary may charge for performing an acknowledgment as of current Texas law?

Accepted Answer

$6.00 per signature

Answer

Texas law sets the maximum notary fee for an acknowledgment at $6.00 per signature notarized.

Question 2

Under Texas law, what is the maximum fee for administering an oath or affirmation without a signature?

Accepted Answer

$1.00

Answer

The maximum statutory fee for administering an oath or affirmation without a signature in Texas is $1.00.

Question 3

Should Texas notaries record the fee charged in their notary journal?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the fee charged should be recorded as part of each journal entry

Answer

Recording the fee charged for each notarial act in the journal is recommended best practice to document compliance with Texas fee limits.

Question 4

Can a Texas notary charge a travel fee in addition to the statutory notarial fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a reasonable travel fee may be charged if agreed upon before the notarization

Answer

Texas notaries may charge a reasonable travel fee in addition to statutory notarial fees, but the signer must agree to it in advance.

Question 5

A Texas notary performs a notarization for a non-profit organization. May they waive their fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a notary may choose to waive or reduce their fee

Answer

Texas notaries are permitted to waive or reduce their fees at their own discretion; the statutory fee is a maximum, not a mandatory charge.

TX NNJE - Texas National Notary Journal Entry Practice Test