Quick Facts
Commission Term
7 years
Bond
Not required
Application Fee
$50
Issuing Authority
Maine Secretary of State
Journal
Conditional
Fee Caps
Yes
Authorized Services
Core Services
Free Tier Acknowledgment
Authorized
Jurat
Authorized
Oath / Affirmation
Authorized
Affidavit
Authorized
Deposition
Authorized
Protest
Authorized
Copy Certification
— Not authorized
Bills in Chancery
— Not authorized
Witnessing
Authorized
Safe Deposit Box
— Not authorized
Advanced Services
Pro Tier Remote Online Notarization
Authorized
Marriage Solemnization
— Not authorized
eNotarization
Authorized
Electronic Copy Cert.
— Not authorized
Identity Verification Methods
- Personal Knowledge
- Government-Issued ID
- Credible Witness
Remote Online Notarization (RON)
RON Available
Maine authorizes remote online notarization. Additional requirements may apply.
Key Considerations
- RULONA state - Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts effective July 1, 2023
- 7-year commission term (longer than most states' 4-5 year terms)
- No bond required (E&O insurance optional)
- $50 application/renewal fee
- Exam REQUIRED for both new applications and renewals (online)
Regulatory Authority
Maine Secretary of State
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