Florida Notary Public Bond

The State of Florida Bond of Notary Public is a surety bond required for all individuals seeking to become commissioned notaries public in Florida. This bond ensures that notaries will faithfully perform their duties in accordance with state laws and regulations governing notarial acts.

All prospective notaries in Florida must obtain this $7,500 surety bond as part of their application process for a notary commission. The bond requirement applies to both new applicants and existing notaries seeking to renew their commissions.

This bond protects the State of Florida and the general public from financial losses that may result from a notary's errors, omissions, negligence, or willful misconduct while performing notarial duties. If a notary fails to properly execute their responsibilities or violates notary laws, affected parties can file claims against the bond for compensation.

The bond has a 4-year term that aligns with the Florida notary commission period. Notaries must maintain continuous bond coverage throughout their commission term and obtain a new bond when renewing their notary status.