HB1578

Notaries public; penalty; effective date.

Chamber Passed·3/13/25

Oklahoma HB1578 amends notary public duties and penalties for improper notarization.

Oklahoma HB1578 modifies duties for notaries public, requiring them to verify the identity of individuals and the accuracy of documents. It specifies that notaries must determine if a document is a true copy and that only the custodian of official records can issue certified copies. The bill also mandates that notaries must verify the identity of individuals making acknowledgments or oaths. Penalties for improper notarization are modified, and the changes take effect on a specified date.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 54–33 · Mar 13, 2025
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

54 Yea

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33 Nay

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12 Absent

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History

Apr 1, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Mar 13, 2025

House

Engrossed, signed, to Senate

Mar 13, 2025

Senate

First Reading