Your Colorado notary commission expires every four years. Here is exactly what you need to do to renew it, including what documents to gather, what it costs, and how far in advance you can apply. When to renew You can renew up to 90 days before your commission expiration date. Don’t wait until the last…
If you are a commissioned Colorado notary and want to turn it into a business, here is what to know about getting started, what to charge, and where the money is. Who needs a notary? Real estate agents, title companies, lenders, and signing services need notaries for loan documents. Individuals need notarizations for powers of…
Key Takeaways You must be 18 or older, a US citizen or legal resident, and a Colorado resident or employed in the state No felony convictions allowed; no misdemeanors involving dishonesty in the past five years (C.R.S. § 24-21-523) You need to complete approved training and pass the Colorado notary exam before applying Application is…
A question we often receive is “How much does it cost to become a notary in Colorado?” This is often part of the larger question of “Should I become a notary?” The answer to this question isn’t as simple as it might sound since many different variables are involved. But since many of the items…
Key Takeaways Colorado requires all new (and renewing) notaries to pass the notary exam before applying The exam is administered online by the CO Secretary of State Topics covered: notary law, proper use of the stamp and journal, allowed and prohibited acts, and signer identification The best preparation is a state-approved training course — all…
No one wants their Colorado notary application to be rejected by the Secretary of State’s office. A denied application can lead to more work in correcting the errors or even embarrassment if you have to tell your family, friends, or coworkers. We want you to avoid the hassle so we have compiled a list of…
There seems to be some confusion regarding eNotarizations in the state of Colorado. The confusion comes with the terminology. When we usually think of words that start with “e-” (like e-mail), we think of something electronic that takes the place of something physical. In this case, an electronic document is being notarized through an electronic…
Key Takeaways Colorado requires notaries to maintain a notary journal recording every notarial act There is one exception: if the document being notarized already contains all required journal information and is kept by your firm or employer The journal must include 9 specific pieces of information per entry (date, type of act, document title, signer…
Key Takeaways Colorado requires a rectangular inked rubber stamp — embossing seals are not allowed The stamp must include your name, “NOTARY PUBLIC,” “STATE OF COLORADO,” your commission number, and expiration date No state seal, symbols, or decorative elements permitted inside the border Use black or blue ink (black is most legible and photographically reproducible)…
As part of the Notary Public application process, the Colorado Secretary of State requires that new applicants (and renewing notaries that have allowed their commission to lapse) also pass the Colorado Notary Public Exam, which is provided by the state. The exam is free and doesn’t add anything to your costs to become a notary….
If you are asking “How do I Become a Notary Public?” then we have the answer for you. To become a Colorado Notary Public you must apply online with the Secretary of State. Before applying, be sure that you can apply and meet the Colorado notary public requirements and have passed the online notary exam. We…
The Colorado notary business has its unique terminology. Many of the terms can be confusing for people that are just starting. One of the more unique terms is “apostille.” What is an apostille, and, more importantly, how do you pronounce it? It’s a French word that is pronounced “ah-po-STEE” and it means “certification.” An apostille…
Becoming a notary public is a big responsibility. Colorado notary publics help to prevent fraud and are appointed by the state. Consequently, the state of Colorado had mandated specific requirements for someone to become a notary public. These requirements are listed below. If you don’t meet the requirements, your application will be denied. If you…
The Colorado Secretary of State has listed a number of common mistakes for notary publics to avoid on their website. Some of these have to do with the use of the notary seal. Of course, all of these mistakes are also covered in our Colorado Notary Training, but since the state has specifically mentioned them, we…
The Colorado Secretary of State has listed common mistakes for notary publics to avoid on their website. Of course, all of these mistakes are also covered in our Colorado Notary Training, but since the state has specifically mentioned them, we feel it’s essential to cover them here too. It can also help you pass the notary exam….
The Colorado Secretary of State has listed several common mistakes for notary publics to avoid on their website. Of course, all of these mistakes are also covered in our Colorado Notary Training, but since the state has specifically mentioned them, we feel it’s essential to cover them here too. This is part two in a four-part series of…
The Colorado Secretary of State has listed a number of common mistakes for notary publics to avoid on their website. Of course, all of these mistakes are also covered in our Colorado Notary Training and in the Colorado notary handbook, but since the state has specifically mentioned them, we feel that it’s important to cover…
We sometimes receive questions about edge cases and unusual, or otherwise unique notarizations from our Colorado Notary Training students long after they have passed our course and become a notary public. Any training can’t cover every odd notarial act or else the training would last forever. In our online training course, we cover all of…
The state of Colorado requires that all persons applying for new notary public commissions or those that have allowed their commissions to expire for longer than thirty days attend approved Colorado Notary Public Training. After completing this class, they must also take an exam on the state’s website. This training covers the application process and…
We recently asked the Colorado Secretary of State’s office for the top two common concerns they see with the Notary Public application process aside from applicants not meeting the requirements. Below are the main details of the reply, with some descriptive details added by us. Have all required documents ready when you apply. These should be scanned…
