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Notary Public Services
Notary Services – Durham Town Clerk’s Office
Fees:
- Free for Durham residents
- $5 per seal for non-residents
Services Provided (Limited To):
- Witnessing a signature
- Certifying a copy of a document
NO WILLS OR TRUST DOCUMENTS
Wills typically require at least two independent witnesses to confirm the signer:
- Is of sound mind
- Is signing voluntarily
- If contested, witnesses may be called to testify in court.
Clerk staff:
- Are not attorneys
- Are not trained to assess legal capacity or undue influence
- Cannot provide legal advice
Recommendation: For wills and trust documents, residents should work with an estate planning attorney to ensure the documents are properly executed and legally valid.
