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  Requirements for Illinois Notaries
Commission Term: 4 years
(1 year for non-resident)
Minimum Age:18 Years
Residency:Resident or Employee
Seal:Inked Stamp
Journal:Recommended
Bond: $5,000
Application Fee: $10
Eligibility: No major convictions (must swear to a list of questions on application)
Other: Be able to read and write English

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Notary.net now offers online notary public seminars for current notaries and those looking to become notaries in the State of Illinois. Our intuitive online notary class will teach you everything you need to become a professional notary. The online Illinois notary class is taught by Bruce Johnson. He has been teaching Notary Law for over ten years. View Free Sample

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  Find a Notary Public in Illinois
Brandon Spaulding
New Palestine, IN 46163

   Online Illinois Notary Course - Updated for 2009 Law Change
Become a Notary Public

As a notary public in the State of Illinois, you have UNLIMITED financial liability on EVERY document you notarize. If you are a notary for your employer, your employer could also be held liable for your mistakes. There was a recent court case in Illinois where the employer was held financially responsible for the notary's negligence. All too often people take the office of Notary Public lightly, which is a huge mistake. Even though your state does not require education, it could keep you out of trouble. The Illinois Online Notary Course is the fastest and easiest way for you to learn what to do and what not to do and how to protect yourself as a notary. Whether you are a new or current notary public in Illinois, you should spend some time learning the laws. The cost of this course is much less expensive than just 1 hour consulting an attorney.

The Illinois Online Notary Course includes:
  • 2+ Hours of Streaming Video
  • 3 Months of Unlimited Access
  • Asset Protection Information
  • Illinois Training Manual (PDF)
  • Illinois State Handbook (PDF)
  • Illinois Notary Application (PDF)
  • Cook County Real Estate Form (PDF) - NEW!
  • FREE PREVIEW

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   Illinois Notary Supplies
Notay Public SuppliesIn addition to notary training, we also offer IL Notary Supplies. Whether you need a new journal or stamp, or a new notary package, we have what you are looking for.

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   How to Become an Illinois Notary Public
  1. Complete the Online Illinois Notary Training Course
  2. Complete your notary application with the name you would like to appear on your certificate. Please understand that all notarizations will need to be performed using this name. Application included in course.
  3. The Secretary of State determines the effective date of your commission, not the bonding company.
  4. Notify your bonding company of the effective date of your commission after;
  5. You have registered with the county clerk. This bond will expire when your commission does.
  6. Your commission is not complete until you register the appointment with the county clerk's office.
  7. Do not purchase your notary public seal until you have received your notary commission from the county clerk's office.
    Office of Secretary of State
    Index Department
    Notary Section
    111 East Monroe Street
    Springfield, IL 62756
    (217) 782-0641

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