The law requires that all notary publics must be bonded, with a bond signed and executed by an insurance company. The fee for both a new commission for a notary public at large and a renewal commission for a notary public at large is $25. Notaries must purchase their own rubber stamp seals.
To Become a Notary Public
To become a notary public, you must:
- Complete a Notary Application and Bond Form (PDF). Your name must match your signature and the application must be notarized.
- Sign on both signature lines on the bond form, and have the bond executed. Return the application and executed bond form, along with a $25 check payable to Cheryl Storey, County Clerk, to:
Cheryl Storey, County Clerk
P.O. Box 218
Washington County
Jonesborough, TN 37659
