Notary Public Services

Notary Stamp

Notary Services – Durham Town Clerk’s Office

 

The Durham Town Clerk’s Office offers notary services:

  • Free for Durham residents

  • $5 for non-residents per seal

  • Town staff cannot serve as witnesses or notaries for a will or trust document.  

Why witnesses matter
Wills generally require at least two witnesses to confirm that the person signing is of sound mind and signing voluntarily. Witnesses help prevent disputes and ensure the will is valid.

Court appearances
If a will is contested, witnesses may be called to testify about the signing. Because town staff cannot act as witnesses, residents must use neutral, non-town witnesses for these documents.