A. Identifying Information
The Secretary of State mandates the disclosure of your Social Security number to maintain Notary records. Make any corrections to the pre-filled data directly on the form or print a blank application at www.NationalNotary.org/TX/Renew.
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B. Statements Relating to Qualification
The applicant swears to meeting the qualification requirements. A Notary Public must be at least 18 years of age, be a legal resident of Texas, and meet the criminal history requirements of § 406.004, Texas Government Code.
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C. Notary Public Surety Bond
Leave these lines blank. The NNA will complete this section before forwarding your application to the Secretary of State.
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D. Execution
Date and sign your name exactly as it appears in the first section.
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