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Tuolumne County Notary Oath and Bond Filing
Filing your notary oath and bond in Tuolumne 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 Tuolumne County
Office: Tuolumne County Clerk
Address: 2 South Green Street, Third Floor, Sonora, CA 95370
Phone: (209) 533-5573
Website: https://www.tuolumnecounty.ca.gov/611/County-Clerk
Filing Fees
- $55.50 total baseline fee (assuming a standard 1-page bond) ($41.50 County Clerk fee for filing the bond/oath + a $14.00 Recorder fee for recording the first page of the physical bond document).
- $3.00 per page for any additional pages of the bond after the first page.
Payment Options
Accepted:
- Cash.
- Check or Money Order made payable exactly to: Tuolumne County Recorder.
- Credit Card (subject to a third-party merchant service processing fee).
Appointment Requirements
Appointments are not required in Tuolumne County.
They handle all professional filings and notary registrations on a direct first-come, first-served walk-in basis. General Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Although appointments are not required, they prefer applicants make an appointment over the phone by calling (209) 533-5573.
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
Tuolumne County also offers mail filing. The applicant must first take their oath of office forms to an active Notary Public physically working within Tuolumne County to execute the sworn 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 cover letter with your contact number, a check or money order for the exact amount ($28.00 baseline), and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mailing Address: Tuolumne County Clerk-Recorder, 2 South Green Street, Sonora, CA 95370.
Turnaround Notice: Mailed documents are processed upon receipt; please allow 7 to 10 working days for the original recorded bond to be returned to the applicant.
Always confirm current options with the county before mailing documents by calling them at Phone: (209) 533-5573.
Next Steps
Once your oath and bond are filed, you are officially authorized to begin working as a California notary public!