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Plumas County Notary Oath and Bond Filing
Filing your notary oath and bond in Plumas 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 Plumas County
Office: Plumas County Recorder
Address: 520 Main Street, Room 102, Quincy, CA 95971
Phone: (530) 283-6128
Website: https://www.plumascounty.us/145/Clerk-Recorder-Division-Home
Filing Fees
- $29.00 total baseline fee for a standard 1-page bond.
- $3.00 per page for each additional page of the bond after the first page.
Payment Options
Accepted:
- Cash.
- Check or Money Order.
- Credit/Debit Cards.
Appointment Requirements
Appointments are not required in Plumas County.
Building Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekly Midday Training Lockdown: Every Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for mandatory staff training.
Shortened Recording Hours: While the staff is in the building until 5:00 PM, all physical document and bond recording operations stop precisely at 4:00 PM daily.
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
Plumas County also offers mail filing. The applicant must first take their oath of office before an active Notary Public physically located within Plumas County. Mailing Process: Send a copy of the Secretary of State commission certificate, two completed copies of the Oath of Office (fully executed by the local administering notary), the original signed $15,000 surety bond, and a check or money order for the exact amount ($29.00 assuming a standard 1-page bond) to: Plumas County Clerk-Recorder, 520 Main Street, Room 102, Quincy, CA 95971.
Always confirm current options with the county before mailing documents by calling them at Phone: (530) 283-6128.
Next Steps
Once your oath and bond are filed, you are officially authorized to begin working as a California notary public!