South Carolina § 8-21-140 - Fees of notaries public.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 8-21-140 — Fees of notaries public., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-21-140. Fees of notaries public.
The fees of notaries public shall be as follows:
(1) For taking a deposition and swearing witnesses, twenty-five cents per copy sheet;
(2) For a duplicate of a deposition, protest and certificate, ten cents per copy sheet of one hundred words;
(3) For each attendance upon any person for proving a matter or thing and certifying the same, fifty cents;
(4) For every notarial certificate, with seal, fifty cents;
(5) For administering an oath for an affidavit, twenty-five cents;
(6) For taking a renunciation of dower or inheritance, one dollar; and
(7) For every protest, fifty cents, together with the cost of postage for transmitting notice thereof.
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTION 27-506; 1952 Code SECTION 27-506; 1942 Code SECTION 4957; 1932 Code SECTION 4957; Civ. C. '22 SECTION 5759; Civ. C. '12 SECTION 4234; Civ. C. '02 SECTION 3123; G. S. 2440; R. S. 2564; 1898 (22) 699.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 8-21-140
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 8-21-140 cover?
Section 8-21-140 ("Fees of notaries public.") is part of the South Carolina Code of Laws, the codified statutory law of South Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite South Carolina § 8-21-140?
A common citation format is "South Carolina Code of Laws § 8-21-140" (South Carolina). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of South Carolina law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Carolina attorney.
How does South Carolina § 8-21-140 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Carolina can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Carolina.