How do I notarize a document in Oregon?

In order to notarize a document, the signing individual(s) must appear in person before the notary and prove their identity. The notary will then review the documents, review the signatures of the signer(s), and complete the acknowledgment form to finalize the process.

Do I need to record in my journal the fees collected when notarizing in Oregon?

Yes, if state notary laws require a notary public to maintain a notary record book (also called a journal, register, or log) of all notarial acts performed.

What type of journal is required for an Oregon notary?

What kind of supplies will I need? Oregon Notaries must use a rubber stamp ink seal and a journal for all notarial acts for paper documents. You may use an embosser in addition to the rubber stamp, but the inking stamp must be used as the official seal.

How much may a notary charge per notarization in Oregon?

$10 per
A notary public shall not charge, attempt to charge, or receive a notary fee that is more than $10 per notarial act: $10 for taking an acknowledgement. $10 for taking a verification upon an oath or affirmation.

How do you notarize a document?

How to certify a document

  1. writing ‘Certified to be a true copy of the original seen by me’ on the document.
  2. signing and dating it.
  3. printing their name under the signature.
  4. adding their occupation, address and telephone number.

What happens if I don’t turn in my notary journal?

If the notary public willfully fails or refuses to deliver all notarial records and papers to the county clerk within 30 days, the person is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be personally liable for damages to any person injured by that action or inaction.”

What should a notary journal look like?

State Requirements For Notary Journal Entries

  • The date and time the notarization took place.
  • The type of notarization performed — such as, “Acknowledgment” or “Jurat”
  • The type of document being notarized — for example “Deed of Trust” or “Power of Attorney”

How much do notary publics make in Oregon?

While ZipRecruiter is seeing salaries as high as $262,640 and as low as $18,725, the majority of Notary Public salaries currently range between $28,579 (25th percentile) to $48,290 (75th percentile) with top earners (90th percentile) making $102,493 annually in Oregon.

Can I notarize for family in Oregon?

Yes. All notarizations require the signer to be present at the time of the notarization. The notary public needs the signer to sign the notarial journal and give appropriate identification information.