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Oklahoma Notaries: What You Need to Know About SB1266
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- Published: August 17, 2026
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Oklahoma’s Senate Bill 1266 hardens the Sooner State’s notary public laws by adding imprisonment in the county jail for up to one year for the crime of pretending to have expertise in giving legal advice on immigration or citizenship matters.
The new law also clarifies fine amounts and provides the possibility of a convicted person being penalized with jail time, a fine or both.
What Oklahoma's House Bill 3244 Means for Every Notary in the Sooner State
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- Published: August 10, 2026
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Your notary stamp is more valuable to criminals than you might think. Oklahoma's new law proves it — and reminds every notary why keeping your tools secure isn't optional. Read this before November 1.
Refusing to Notarize: What You Need to Know
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- Published: July 27, 2026
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A confident notary knows the rules. A responsible notary knows when to pause and evaluate a situation.
Are you familiar with when you can, or must, refuse a notarial act?
Why Do Some Notaries Notarize for Free, and Others Don’t?
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- Published: August 3, 2026
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Ever wondered why notary fees vary so much from one notary to the next? The answer involves state laws, personal choice, business costs, and more. Our latest article breaks it all down so you know what to expect.
Your Notary Commission Works When You’re on the Clock, but Does It Work When You’re Not?
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- Published: July 20, 2026
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Your employer may have asked for it. They may have even paid for it. But your notary commission? It's yours. Learn how employee notaries are putting their commissions to work after hours.
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