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Notary Bond

Notary Public Bond

All persons applying for a commission or renewal as a notary public in Alabama. Required when: Upon appointment and before entering on the duties of the office. Exemptions: None (State employees may be covered under a bond letter from the Alabama Division of Risk Management, but a bond requirement still applies).

Overview

What it is.

All persons applying for a commission or renewal as a notary public in Alabama. Required when: Upon appointment and before entering on the duties of the office. Exemptions: None (State employees may be covered under a bond letter from the Alabama Division of Risk Management, but a bond requirement still applies).

Who usually needs it

All persons applying for a commission or renewal as a notary public in Alabama.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Notary bonds protect the public from notary errors or misconduct. Typical Pricing:. • Notary bonds: Typically very affordable — often under $100 per term. • No credit check: Required in most states. • Instant approval: Available for most notary bonds. Bond amounts and terms vary by state. Most states require a notary bond before commissioning. This is one of the most affordable bond types available.

Typical timeframe

Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateAL
Bond amount$50,000
Term length4 years
ObligeeJudge of Probate of the county of residence
RenewalA new bond must be obtained and filed with the Judge of Probate for each four-year commission renewal.
Bond classNotary Bond
CategoryCourt/Judicial
BondNotary Public Bond
Statutory referenceAla. Code § 36-20-71
JurisdictionState
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