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Maryland Notary Public Resources

The Maryland Notary Resources page is your trusted guide to becoming or advancing as a Notary Public. Learn how to expand your services with loan signings, then explore the essentials of remote and electronic notarization. Access the Maryland Notary Primer, stay updated on the latest legislation, and gain the tools and support you need to build a compliant and successful notarial practice.

Notary How-Tos

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How To
Become a Notary Public in Maryland

Ultimate guide to getting your Notary Public commission

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How To
Renew as a Notary in Maryland

Steps to renewing your Notary commission

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How To
Become a Notary Signing Agent

Overview on becoming a Notary Signing Agent

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How to Become a Remote Online Notary in Maryland

Step-by-step process on applying to perform RONs

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How to Become an Electronic Notary

Requirements for notarizing electronic documents in person

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Maryland Notary Quick Facts


In Maryland, Notaries can take acknowledgments, administer oaths and affirmations, take verifications on oath or affirmation, witness or attest signatures, certify or attest copies, and note protests. They’re also authorized to conduct traditional, in-person electronic notarization and remote online notarization.

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Commission Term:

4 Years

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Maximum fees in MD:

  • Acknowledgment: $8
  • Jurat: $8
  • Verbal oath/affirmation: $8
  • RON: $30

Required Supplies:

Optional, but Recommended Supplies:

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Maryland Notary Laws

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Maryland Notary Primer

The Maryland Notary Primer is your comprehensive guide to performing notarizations, covering laws, best practices and tips.

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Maryland Law Summary

This document outlines the legal framework governing Notary Public practices in Maryland. It defines the duties of Maryland Notaries, details the requirements for performing notarial acts and more.

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Recent Notary Legislation

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Jan 22
2024

MD Administrative Regulations (2024)

A new regulation from the Maryland Secretary of State raises the commission application fee, but also raises fees Notaries may charge for their services.

Oct 21
2023

MD House Bill 636

House Bill 636 authorizes the Notary's business e-mail address to be public information and if the Notary doesn't have one, the Notary's personal e-mail address.

Oct 1
2023

MD House Bill 630

House Bill 630 authorizes qualified third party to make a report, which must be notarized, concerning a victim of abuse for the purpose of terminating a contract with a utility and all future liability under a utility contract.

Oct 1
2023

MD Senate Bill 792

Senate Bill 792 allows two individuals to register a domestic partnership by filing a declaration of domestic partnership, which must be notarized, with the register of wills in the county in which the domestic partners are domiciled.

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Maryland Secretary of State 16 Francis St. Annapolis, MD 21401

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