MI Notary Michigan Notary Fees and Compensation

Question 1

What is the maximum fee a Michigan notary may charge for a single notarial act?

Accepted Answer

$10

Answer

$5

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$15

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$20

Question 2

May a Michigan notary charge for travel expenses in addition to the notarial fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, travel fees may be negotiated separately with the signer

Answer

No, fees are strictly limited to the per-act cap

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Yes, but only mileage at the IRS rate

Answer

Only if the travel exceeds 50 miles

Question 3

Is a Michigan notary required to charge a fee for every notarial act?

Accepted Answer

No, the notary may choose to waive or reduce fees

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Yes, charging is mandatory

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Only fees for acknowledgments are mandatory

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Fees are required for loans but optional otherwise

Question 4

What must a Michigan notary do before charging a travel fee?

Accepted Answer

Obtain prior agreement from the person requesting the notarization

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File the travel schedule with the county clerk

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Get approval from the Secretary of State

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Post the travel fee schedule publicly

Question 5

Can an employer prohibit a notary-employee from charging fees for notarizations performed during work hours?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an employer may restrict fee collection during work time

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No, the notary has a statutory right to charge fees

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Only if the employer is a government agency

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Only if the notary is compensated separately for notarial work

Question 6

Which of the following best describes a Michigan notary's fee for performing a jurat?

Accepted Answer

Up to $10 per jurat

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Free of charge by law

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A flat $5 rate set by the state

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No limit applies to jurats