The Enhanced Utah Notary Handbook
Utah notary law in plain English — your Lieutenant Governor commission and 4-year term, the 35-question exam (61/65 to pass), the $5,000 bond, the required stamp, the new SB 139 journal requirement for new/renewing notaries on or after 5/6/2026, the $10/$25 fee caps, and Remote Online Notarization under § 46-1-3.5 — plus every Utah customary form and the tools to get paid. Fillable PDF, instant download.
Everything the State Doesn’t Spell Out
The law made simple, the forms you’ll actually use, and the business side handled — all in one download.
Utah Notary Law in Plain English
Your Lt Gov commission, 4-year term, the 35-question exam, $5K bond, your stamp, the new journal rule, fees, copies, RON, and the rules you can’t break.
Every UT Form You’ll Use
Acknowledgment, representative acknowledgment, jurat, signature witnessing, and copy certification — built around Title 46, Chapter 1.
The Stamp Rule, Solved
Utah stamps must include your name, ‘Notary Public,’ ‘State of Utah,’ commission number, and expiration. We make it easy.
Printable Notary Invoice
Bill within UT’s $10 traditional / $25 RON caps plus travel by agreement.
Journal Pages
REQUIRED for new and renewing UT notaries on or after May 6, 2026 (SB 139). Binder-ready pages built for compliance; RON requires electronic journal + AV recording.
30-Day Marketing Quick-Start
A commission doesn’t pay you — clients do. A week-by-week plan plus a glossary.
Enhanced Utah Notary Handbook
- Utah notary law in plain English (Title 46 Ch. 1)
- Acknowledgment, representative acknowledgment & jurat
- Signature witnessing & copy certification done the Utah way
- Printable invoice ($10 / $25 caps + travel)
- Binder-ready notary journal pages (REQUIRED after 5/6/2026 for new/renewing)
- 30-day marketing quick-start & glossary of terms
About the Enhanced Utah Notary Handbook
Utah’s notary law is the Notaries Public Reform Act (Utah Code Title 46, Chapter 1). The commission is issued by the LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR (not the Secretary of State) for a 4-year term. You must pass a 35-question proctored exam (61/65 to pass; $95 testing fee), obtain a $5,000 surety bond, and pay the $50 application fee. A stamp is required. Under SB 139, new and renewing notaries on or after May 6, 2026 must keep a journal. Per-act fees: $10 traditional, $25 RON.
Built on the Law — Not a Private Handbook
The explanations are written in our own words; the certificate forms follow the requirements of the Notaries Public Reform Act (Utah Code Title 46, Chapter 1). You’ll learn what trips new Utah notaries up: the Lieutenant Governor’s commission for 4 years, the 35-question proctored exam requiring 61 of 65 points to pass (with a $95 testing fee), the $5,000 surety bond, the required stamp with name, ‘Notary Public,’ ‘State of Utah,’ commission number, and expiration, the new SB 139 journal requirement for new and renewing notaries on or after May 6, 2026, the $10/$25 fee caps, and RON under § 46-1-3.5 with electronic journal and AV recording under § 46-1-14. It’s the reference you’ll keep open on your desk.
📝 Fillable & printable
Open it in the free Adobe Reader and type into the fields, or print the forms blank and complete them by hand. Works on PC, Mac, phone, or tablet — and it’s yours to reuse for your entire commission.
Who it’s for
Brand-new Utah notaries who want the law in plain English, mobile notaries leveling up, and loan signing agents who want the legal reference and the business forms together in one place.
How to use it
Read Part 1 to understand your duties fast, keep Part 2 handy as your certificate reference, print the Part 3 toolkit and journal pages for real jobs, and work the Part 4 marketing plan to start booking clients. Update and reprint anytime.
Frequently Asked Questions
What notaries ask before downloading.
Is this the official Utah notary handbook?
No. This is an independently produced, enhanced study and reference guide. It is not the official Utah Notary Public Study Guide and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the State of Utah or the Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor.
How long is a Utah notary commission, and what does it take?
A Utah notary commission is 4 years, issued by the LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR (not the Secretary of State). You must pass the 35-question proctored exam (61/65 to pass; $95 testing fee), obtain a $5,000 surety bond, apply through notary.utah.gov for $50, and take the oath of office.
What must a Utah notary stamp include?
Your stamp must show your name as commissioned, the words ‘Notary Public’ and ‘State of Utah,’ your commission number, and your commission expiration date.
Does Utah require a notary journal?
Under SB 139, a journal is REQUIRED for new and renewing notaries on or after May 6, 2026. Until your renewal triggers the rule, the journal is strongly recommended. For RON acts, an electronic journal AND an audio-visual recording are required under § 46-1-14.
What can a Utah notary charge per act?
Utah caps notarial fees at $10 per traditional act and $25 per remote (RON) act. Travel may be agreed separately and disclosed in advance.
Does Utah allow Remote Online Notarization (RON)?
Yes — under Utah Code § 46-1-3.5. You must hold an active commission, complete the additional remote-notary qualification, register with the Lieutenant Governor, use an approved technology vendor with identity-proofing, keep the electronic journal, and retain the AV recording per § 46-1-14.
Legal Disclaimer: The Enhanced Utah Notary Handbook is an independently produced study and reference guide. It is not the official Utah Notary Public Study Guide and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by the State of Utah or the Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor. Noble Notary & Legal Document Preparers is a nonlawyer document preparation service, not a law firm; this handbook is for education and reference only, is not legal advice, and using it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Utah notary law can change — always confirm current requirements with the Office of the Utah Lieutenant Governor, and consult a licensed attorney for legal questions.
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