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  1. What is the required surety bond amount for a Texas notary public?

    Answer: $10,000

    Texas law requires all notary publics to obtain a $10,000 surety bond as a condition of receiving their commission.

  2. To whom is the Texas notary surety bond submitted as part of the commission application?

    Answer: Secretary of State

    The surety bond is submitted to the Texas Secretary of State as part of the notary commission application.

  3. Who is primarily protected by a Texas notary's surety bond?

    Answer: Members of the public

    The surety bond is designed to protect members of the public who suffer financial harm due to a notary's misconduct or errors.

  4. How long does a Texas notary's surety bond remain in effect?

    Answer: 4 years

    The surety bond term matches the Texas notary commission term of 4 years.

  5. What should a Texas notary do if their surety bond is cancelled before their commission expires?

    Answer: Immediately cease all notarial acts and notify the Secretary of State

    A notary whose bond is cancelled must stop performing notarial acts and notify the Secretary of State, as an active bond is required to maintain a valid commission.

  6. What type of entity must provide the surety bond for a Texas notary public?

    Answer: A company authorized to do business in Texas

    The surety company providing the notary bond must be authorized to conduct business in the state of Texas.

  7. When must a Texas notary public obtain their surety bond?

    Answer: Before submitting the notary commission application

    The surety bond must be obtained and submitted along with the notary commission application to the Secretary of State.

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