Notary Information

Who can be a Notary?

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Must be capable of discharging duties imposed by law.
• Must not be a convicted felon.

Apply to be a Notary

• An Application for Appointment for Notary State at Large must be completed and signed by the applicant.
• Applications to become a notary should be submitted through the Secretary of State’s website: web.sos.ky.gov
• Once approved, the applicant will be notified by mail that a “Certificate of Appointment” has been mailed to the Robertson County Clerk’s Office. The notice will indicate a thirty (30) day time period for the applicant to go to the Robertson County Clerk’s Office and complete the process.
• There is a $19.00 recording fee.
($10.00 for recording the bond, $4.00 for taking/preparing the bond, and $5.00 for administering the oath)
• A surety bond in the amount of $1,000.00 is required.
• An insurance company may sign as surety. (Check with the insurance agency of your choice to request notary bond information) The bond must cover the entire period of the notary appointment.

Application for Notary Appointment

Notary Laws and Statues

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