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Miscellaneous Commercial

Official bond

All commissioned notaries public in the State of Hawaii. Required when: Before entering upon the duties of the notary public's commission. Exemptions: Government notaries are required to furnish a bond, but the expense of the bond is borne by the department in which the notary is employed if required by the head of th…

Overview

What it is.

All commissioned notaries public in the State of Hawaii. Required when: Before entering upon the duties of the notary public's commission. Exemptions: Government notaries are required to furnish a bond, but the expense of the bond is borne by the department in which the notary is employed if required by the head of th…

Who usually needs it

All commissioned notaries public in the State of Hawaii.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Miscellaneous commercial bonds cover a wide range of business obligations not fitting other categories. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Pricing varies by specific bond type and requirements. Some miscellaneous bonds may price higher depending o…

Typical timeframe

Credit-based approval — varies by bond type

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.

StateHI
Bond amount$1,000
Term length4 years
ObligeeHawaii Department of the Attorney General, Notary Public Office
RenewalThe bond must be renewed every four years concurrently with the notary public's commission renewal. The renewed bond or a bond continuation certificate must be approved by a judge of the circuit court and filed with the…
Bond classMiscellaneous Commercial
CategoryGovernment
BondOfficial bond
Statutory referenceHawaii Revised Statutes § 456-5
JurisdictionState
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