TX Notary Allowable Fees and Records 3

Question 1

What is the maximum fee a Texas notary may charge for certifying a copy of a document?

Accepted Answer

$6.00

Answer

Texas Government Code §406.024 sets the maximum fee for certifying a copy at $6.00 per document.

Question 2

For how long must a Texas RON notary retain the audio-visual recording of each session?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

Texas law requires RON notaries to retain audio-visual recordings of remote notarization sessions for a minimum of five years.

Question 3

A notary in Texas performs a notarization for a family member at no charge. Is this permissible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, notaries are permitted to waive their fees

Answer

Texas law sets maximum fees but does not require notaries to charge any fee; a notary may waive fees for family, friends, or charitable purposes.

Question 4

Which Texas Government Code provision establishes the maximum fees a notary may charge?

Accepted Answer

Texas Government Code §406.024

Answer

Texas Government Code §406.024 sets the fee schedule for notarial acts in Texas.

Question 5

Can a Texas employer require an employee who is a notary to perform notarizations for the business without extra pay?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an employer may require notarizations as a job duty without additional pay

Answer

An employer can require a notary employee to perform notarizations as part of their job duties without paying any separate notarial fee, since the employee is compensated through their salary.

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TX Notary Allowable Fees and Records 3