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Fees

Under G.S. 10B-31, the maximum fee for a traditional North Carolina notarial act is:

  • a.$2 per signature
  • b.$5 per principal signature
  • c.$15 per signature
  • d.No limit

North Carolina caps the fee for a traditional notarial act at $5 per principal signature. Electronic and remote (RON) acts have a higher statutory maximum (for example, up to $10 per act). A notary may charge less but never more than the cap; verify current figures.

Fees

Why does North Carolina allow a higher fee cap for electronic and remote notarizations?

  • a.To reflect the added technology and identity-verification steps
  • b.Because RON notaries are attorneys
  • c.Because there is no cap online
  • d.To discourage electronic acts

Electronic and remote notarizations involve approved platforms, credential analysis, identity proofing, and recording retention. North Carolina therefore sets a higher maximum (e.g., up to $10 per act) than the $5 traditional cap. Confirm the current G.S. 10B-31 amounts.

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