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Oregon
Secretary of State
Kate Brown


Death of a Notary

Within 30 days of termination of a notary public's commission as a result of death, an heir or personal representative of the notary public shall file the notary public's notarial records with the Secretary of State. Please complete Form 509.

  • The notary journal must be sent to the Secretary of State for storage unless the notary public entered into a written agreement with his/her employer pursuant to OAR 160-100-360 and OAR 160-100-340.

  • The official seal must be destroyed. To destroy the seal, peel off the rubber, cut it up, and throw it away.

    • Please see 'ALL FORMS MUST BE DELIVERED TO:' at top of page for delivery options

    Contact Corporation Division

    Open 8 AM - 5 PM, Mon - Fri
    (503) 986-2200
    corporation.division@state.or.us
    255 Capitol St NE, Ste 151
    Salem, OR 97310-1327