How to become a Notary Public
In the State of New Jersey Notaries Public are commissioned by the Department of the Treasury,
Division of Revenue. Notaries must be:
A resident of New Jersey or of an adjoining state who maintains, or is regularly employed in,
an office in this State.
18 years or older.
Not convicted of a crime under the laws of any state of the United States for an offense
involving dishonesty or a crime of the first or second degree.