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Del Norte County Notary Oath and Bond Filing
Filing your notary oath and bond in Del Norte County is a required step after receiving your California notary commission. This guide covers exactly where to go, what to bring, the filing fees, and how to schedule your appointment. If you don’t have your notary bond yet, you can purchase one here.
Where to File in Del Norte County
Office: County of Del Norte
Address: 981 H Street, Suite 160, Crescent City, CA 95531
Phone: (707) 464-7216
Website: https://www.co.del-norte.ca.us/departments/clerkrecorder
Filing Fees
- $43.00 total baseline fee ($30.00 county clerk filing fee + a $13.00 recording fee for the first page of the bond).
- $3.00 per page for each additional page of the bond after the first page.
Payment Options
Accepted:
- Cash.
- Check or Money Order made payable to Del Norte County Clerk-Recorder.
Appointment Requirements
Appointments are not required in Del Norte County.
Notary filings are done strictly on a walk-in basis.
Counter Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Note: They advise walk-ins to arrive before 4:30 PM to ensure there is plenty of time to process the bond and administer the oath before the computer system cycles off for the evening.
What to Bring
- Original notary commission certificate
- $15,000 notary bond
- Two unsigned oath of office forms
- Valid photo ID
- Payment for filing fees
Important Tips
- You must file within 30 calendar days of your commission start date
- Arrive early for your appointment
- Double-check your bond for accuracy before filing
Mail Filing Option
Del Norte County also offers mail filing. The applicant must first take their oath of office before an active, commissioned Notary Public within Del Norte County. Mail the original $15,000 surety bond (signed by the applicant), two completed copies of the Oath of Office (fully executed by the administering notary), a copy of the commission certificate from the Secretary of State, and a check or money order for the exact amount ($43.00 if the bond is only 1 page) to: Del Norte County Clerk-Recorder, 981 H Street, Suite 160, Crescent City, CA 95531.
Always confirm current options with the county before mailing documents by calling them at Phone: (707) 464-7216.
Next Steps
Once your oath and bond are filed, you are officially authorized to begin working as a California notary public!