The Secretary of State collects $1 for each certificate of official character issued by the Secretary.
A county clerk may collect $1 for filing a certificate of official character and $1 for issuing one with seal attached.
A county clerk collects $3 for authenticating a notarial signature under Executive Law §133.
The Secretary of State charges $3 for every certificate of official character issued directly by that office.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Executive Law §132; Executive Law §136
Source checked September 7, 2026 · Answer reviewed September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
D. The Secretary of State charges $3 for every certificate of official character issued directly by that office.
Detailed Explanation
Official-character and authentication fees use different dollar amounts. Executive Law §132 sets the $1 figures for official-character certificates and filing, while §133 sets the $3 authentication fee for certification of notarial signatures by the county clerk. Not to be confused with the $2 ordinary notarial fee under Executive Law §136.
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