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Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A notary public authorized to perform notarial acts in this state may charge and collect a fee for a notarial act if the fee:
(1) Is a reasonable amount as determined by the notary public; and
(2) The fee is disclosed to and agreed upon by the client or principal before executing the notarial act.
(b)(1) A notary public who knowingly charges, demands, or receives any fees not provided by law, or who charges, demands, or receives a fee amount that violates subsection (a) of this section, is guilty of a violation.
(2) Upon conviction, the notary public shall be fined no less than one hundred dollars ($100) for each offense.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Arkansas Code Title 21. Public Officers and Employees § 21-6-309. Notaries public - last updated March 28, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ar/title-21-public-officers-and-employees/ar-code-sect-21-6-309/
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