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Shasta County Notary Oath and Bond Filing
Filing your notary oath and bond in Shasta 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 Shasta County
Office: Shasta County Clerk & Registrar of Voters
Address: 1450 Court Street, Suite 108, Redding, CA 96001
Phone: (530) 225-5730
Website: https://www.shastacounty.gov/county-clerk/page/notary-public
Filing Fees
- $68.00 total baseline fee (assuming a standard 1-page bond).
- $3.00 per page for each additional page of the bond after the first page.
Payment Options
Accepted:
- Cash.
- Pre-printed Check or Money Order made payable exactly to: Shasta County Clerk.
- Major Debit/Credit cards subject to an outside merchant convenience processor fee.
Appointment Requirements
Appointments are not required in Shasta County.
They handle notary filings strictly on a first-come, first-served counter queue system. Counter Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Applicants are advised to be inside the office by 4:15 PM at the absolute latest.
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
Shasta County also offers mail filing. The applicant must first take their oath of office forms to an active Notary Public physically located within Shasta County to execute the swearing block.
Send a copy of the Secretary of State commission certificate, two completed copies of the Oath of Office (originally signed by the applicant and fully executed by the local administering notary), the original signed $15,000 surety bond, a duplicate copy of the bond (used for confirmation of filing), a check or money order for the exact amount ($68.00 baseline), and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Mailing Address: Shasta County Clerk, P.O. Box 990880, Redding, CA 96099-0880.
Always confirm current options with the county before mailing documents by calling them at Phone: (530) 225-5730.
Next Steps
Once your oath and bond are filed, you are officially authorized to begin working as a California notary public!