Delaware § 318 - Notarial fees; penalty.
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§ 318. Notarial fees; penalty.
(a) Notaries’ public fees for administering and certifying, under hand and notarial stamp or seal, the necessary oaths or affirmations to an applicant for the registration and titling of a motor vehicle and the necessary operator’s license shall not exceed 50 cents for the first certification and 25 cents for each additional certification.
(b) Any notary public charging, demanding or receiving a greater fee for the service herein specified shall be fined not more than $200 or imprisoned not more than 6 months in the discretion of the court.
33 Del. Laws, c. 65; Code 1935, §§ 1145, 5595, 5719t; 46 Del. Laws, c. 270, § 1; 21 Del. C. 1953, § 323; 84 Del. Laws, c. 233, § 46;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 318
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