What two things must accompany the appointment of a Georgia notary?

• A. A notary bond and the oath of office
• B. A notary bond only
• C. The oath of office and a photo ID
• D. The commission and a seal

Answer: (A)

In Georgia, two items accompany a notary’s appointment: the notary bond and the oath of office. The bond provides financial protection for the public against improper notarial conduct, while the oath formalizes the notary’s commitment to faithfully perform duties and follow the law. Both must be filed with the Clerk of Superior Court in the county of appointment.

The other options mix elements that aren’t the required accompanying documents. The bond alone omits the oath; a photo ID isn’t a formal accompanying filing; and while the commission and a seal relate to the notary’s authority and tools, they aren’t the two documents that must accompany the appointment.