California AB1597 adjusts notary public fees to account for inflation and operational costs.

California AB1597 amends Section 8211 of the Government Code to adjust the maximum fees notaries public can charge for various services. The bill sets specific fees for services such as taking acknowledgments, administering oaths, and certifying copies of powers of attorney. It also prohibits fees for notarizing signatures on vote by mail ballot identification envelopes and other voting materials, and for notarizing applications or claims for veteran benefits.

California AB1597 adjusts notary public fees to account for inflation and operational costs.

California AB1597 amends Section 8211 of the Government Code to adjust the maximum fees notaries public can charge for various services. The bill sets specific fees for services such as taking acknowledgments, administering oaths, and certifying copies of powers of attorney. It also prohibits fees for notarizing signatures on vote by mail ballot identification envelopes and other voting materials, and for notarizing applications or claims for veteran benefits.