TX Notary Notary Record Book Requirements 2

Question 1

Is it legally required for a traditional (non-RON) Texas notary to maintain a notary record book?

Accepted Answer

No, Texas statute does not require traditional notaries to keep a record book

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Yes, all Texas notaries must maintain a record book

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Yes, but only for real estate documents

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Yes, but only if the notary charges fees

Question 2

What is the recommended reason for a Texas notary to keep a record book even though it is not legally required?

Accepted Answer

To provide evidence of the notarial act if a fraud claim or dispute arises

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To comply with IRS requirements for notary income

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To qualify for reduced surety bond premiums

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To prove residency to the county clerk

Question 3

What information is typically recorded in a Texas notary's record book for each notarial act?

Accepted Answer

The date, type of act, document description, signer's name and address, ID type and number, and fee charged

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Only the type of document notarized

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Only the signer's name and signature

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The document's full text and the notary's legal analysis

Question 4

For how long should a Texas traditional notary retain their record book after their commission expires?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 years

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There is no recommended period since record books are not required

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At least 10 years

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Until the Secretary of State authorizes destruction

Question 5

What should a Texas notary do with their record book if the notary passes away during their commission term?

Accepted Answer

The book should be delivered to the county clerk or the executor of the estate for safekeeping

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The book should be buried with the notary's personal effects

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The surety company takes possession of the record book

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The Secretary of State automatically retrieves the book

Question 6

Which Texas notaries are REQUIRED by law to maintain an electronic record of all notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

Remote online notarization (RON) notaries

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All Texas notaries commissioned after 2020

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Only notaries who also practice law

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Notaries employed by financial institutions