Notary Public- Rhode Island

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RI Notaries Public

A Notary Public is an official of integrity that serves the public as an impartial witness to the identity, comprehension, and intent of a person requesting a notarial act. A notary’s primary duty is to deter fraud. Notaries that willfully violate standard notary practice or consistently demonstrate insufficient knowledge of their duties will be required to attend a training and may have their commission suspended or revoked.

Requirements:

Be at least eighteen (18) years of age;
Be a citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States;
Be a RI resident or have a place of employment or practice in this state;
Be able to read and write English;
Not be disqualified to receive a commission under §42-30.1-16;
Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the powers and duties of a Rhode Island Notary Public.

Powers:

Rhode Island notaries are commissioned to four-year terms and are authorized to perform:

Acknowledgments
Oaths/affirmations
Jurats
Copy certifications
Signature witnessing
Issuance of subpoenas
Deposition of witnesses
Protests and protesting bills of exchange

Apply for a new commission

Take the first step to becoming a notary in Rhode Island.

Renew an existing commission

Learn how to renew an existing commission.

Update or end a commission

Learn how to maintain your commission, resign or report the death of a commissioned notary.

Notary Public Training Calendar

Sign up for a free training for new and veteran notaries. Certificates are issued to all who attend. RI attorneys and CPAs can earn 2 continuing education credits!