We have listed questions that are frequently asked by Texas notaries public. For your
convenience we divided the FAQs into several categories. If you have any question on a
notary topic or issue email us at
info@texasnotary.com.
Q Where do I purchase a surety bond or an Errors and Omissions Insurance Policy?
A The American Association of Notaries offers bonds and errors and omissions insurance policies to Texas notaries. We offer an excellent package deal for only $79.99 plus shipping that includes the bond, state filing fees, and required supplies.
No discounts are given on bonds or errors and omissions insurance policies. Notary package excluding the bond is available for $29.99 Plus $4.00 for shipping (item P101). Requests for refunds on all incomplete orders must be in writing.
To obtain more information about obtaining a notary bond or Errors and Omissions insurance policies, please contact:
The American Association of Notaries (AAN)
PO Box 630601
Houston, Texas 77263
Telephone 1-713-644-2299 or 1-800-721-2663
or email us www.texasnotary.com
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Q Explain a surety bond.
A A surety bond guarantees to any third party that if the notary public fails to perform the duties allowed by law, the surety company will provide coverage to the third party for any damages up to $10,000. The bond company then would proceed to demand payment from the notary public, and if necessary sue the notary public to recover the $10,000 paid to the third party.
Q What is an Errors and Omissions Insurance (E&O) policy?
A An errors and omissions insurance policy protects the notary public and pays for any charges the notary might owe for legal fees and court costs should the notary be sued.
Q Are all notaries required to carry a bond?
A Texas notaries are required to maintain a $10,000 bond for the term of the notarial commission.
Note: State employees follow different procedures to obtain or renew a notary commission. For more information on state employee notary requirements and procedures, call us at 1-800-721-2663.
Texas Notary Bonds and errors and omissions insurance policies provided by this insurance agency, American Association of Notaries, Inc., are underwritten by Western Surety Company (established 1900). American Association of Notaries is owned by Kal Tabbara, a licensed insurance agent in Texas.
