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Notary Oaths / Oaths of Office FAQs

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  • If you have been appointed as a Notary Public, a Justice of the Peace, or a member of a state commission or board by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are required to take an oath of office prior to notarizing documents, performing marriages, or participating on the appointed board or committee. 

    Notary Oaths / Oaths of Office FAQs
  • Oaths are done by appointment only. Your oath must be witnessed, and your appointment certificate must be signed by two Commissioners to Qualify. You must call ahead to schedule your appointment. Please only call to schedule an appointment after you have received your certificate of appointment and related documents from the Commonwealth.  Appointments for this service are currently only being offered on Thursdays 8:30 am- 6:30 pm. Special accommodations may be made for other dates.

    Notary Oaths / Oaths of Office FAQs
  • Amesbury residents will not be charged to take their notary Oath. For all others, there is a fee of $20.00 which can be paid by either cash or check. We can provide you with a receipt, if you need it for reimbursement.

    Notary Oaths / Oaths of Office FAQs
  • Our office will mail your Form O to the Secretary of the Commonwealth for you following your appointment.

    Notary Oaths / Oaths of Office FAQs
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