UT Notary Fees and Administrative Rules 2

Question 1

What is the maximum fee a Utah notary may charge per notarial act under Utah Code § 46-1-12?

Accepted Answer

$10

Answer

$2

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$5

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$25

Question 2

May a Utah notary charge a travel fee in addition to the notarial fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a reasonable travel fee may be charged if agreed upon in advance

Answer

No, any additional charges are prohibited

Answer

Only if the travel distance exceeds 50 miles

Answer

Only for government-related documents

Question 3

Does Utah law require a notary to provide a receipt for fees charged?

Accepted Answer

No, receipts are not specifically required by Utah law but may be requested by the client

Answer

Yes, a receipt is always required

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Only for fees above $50

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Only for government agency transactions

Question 4

Under Utah administrative rules, what must a notary disclose when advertising notarial services in languages other than English?

Accepted Answer

That they are not an attorney and cannot give legal advice

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Their bond amount

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Their commission expiration date

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Their county of residence

Question 5

Can a Utah notary accept payment for notarial services in cryptocurrency?

Accepted Answer

Utah law does not address cryptocurrency payment; the notary may agree to any lawful form of payment

Answer

Yes, any form of payment is permitted

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No, only cash is permitted

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Only checks from established financial institutions

Question 6

What administrative action must a Utah notary take when they change their name?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Lieutenant Governor's Office and update the commission and seal with the new name

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Continue using their old name until commission renewal

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File with the county clerk only

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No action needed until the commission expires