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This $30 Missouri Notary Bond meets the state’s $10,000 requirement, an d ensures compliance with all MO Notary regulations. Surety Bonds provide financial protection for the public served by the notary, offering peace of mind during notarial transactions.
The notary bond is separate from any other bond coverage the notary might presently have and is required in addition to other bond coverage. The bond should be executed by the licensed Missouri surety within 60 days after the application is approved by our office.
Below, we explore the requirements in Colorado, California, Missouri, New York, and Pennsylvania to provide a clearer understanding of what notaries need to operate legally within these jurisdictions.
What are the General Qualifications to become a Notary Public in the State of Missouri? What is a Surety Bond? What does it mean to 'Qualify'? Who is eligible to become a notary public?
Missouri law requires all Notaries to purchase and maintain a $10,000 Notary surety bond for the duration of their 4-year commission. The Notary bond protects the general public of Missouri against any financial loss due to improper conduct by a Missouri Notary.
Anyone who wishes to become a notary public in Missouri must obtain a notary bond. The bond protects the public from errors or misconduct during notarization and provides a financial safeguard if a notary public violates the law.
A Notary bond protects the public from financial harm in the event you, the Notary, make a mistake or omission, or perform a wrongful act in notarizing a document that causes any person financial harm.
