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Georgia Notary Public Application (GSCCCA Form): How to Become a Notary in Gwinnett County Under O.C.G.A. Title 45, Chapter 17

October 13, 2026

If you have ever walked into a Gwinnett County title company, lawyer's office, or government building and wondered how the person behind the notary stamp got their commission, the answer starts with one document: the Georgia Notary Public Application, filed with the Clerk of Superior Court under O.C.G.A. Title 45, Chapter 17.

What Is the Georgia Notary Public Application?

The Georgia Notary Public Application is the official form — administered by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) — used to apply for appointment and commissioning as a notary public in the State of Georgia. Every notary in Gwinnett County, from mobile notaries to loan signing agents, began their journey with this application.

What Is It Used For?

The form serves to:

  • Collect the applicant's personal information, residency, and qualifications
  • Provide a sworn declaration as to the applicant's eligibility and truthfulness
  • Secure two character endorsers who can attest to the applicant's honesty and integrity
  • Record the applicant's oath of office, administered by the Clerk of Superior Court
  • Authorize a criminal background check through fingerprinting

Why Georgia Law Requires a Sworn Oath

Under O.C.G.A. § 45-17-2.1, every notary applicant must submit a sworn application. The applicant signs a declaration attesting to their qualifications under penalty of perjury. The application includes:

  • Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency
  • Proof of county residency
  • A statement that the applicant has never been convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude
  • Two endorsers who personally know the applicant and can vouch for their character

Under O.C.G.A. § 45-17-4, every notary must then take an oath of office before the Clerk of Superior Court (or a deputy clerk) in their county of residence. The clerk administers the oath, and the applicant swears or affirms to faithfully perform the duties of a notary public. This oath — taken in person — is itself a notarial act, confirming the applicant's identity and willingness to serve.

Since July 1, 2024, Georgia law also requires all new applicants to complete a free online training course through GSCCCA before submitting their application. The course covers the duties, prohibitions, and ethics of being a notary public in Georgia.

How the Process Works in Gwinnett County

Here is the step-by-step process:

  1. Meet the requirements: You must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen or legal resident, and a legal resident of Gwinnett County.
  2. Complete the training: Take the free GSCCCA-approved notary training course online and save your Certificate of Completion.
  3. Complete the application: Fill out the Georgia Notary Public Application form, including securing two endorsers who are not related to you and who have known you for at least one year.
  4. File with the Clerk of Superior Court: Bring your signed application, training certificate, and fee ($40–$55) to the Gwinnett County Clerk of Superior Court at 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30046.
  5. Take the Oath of Office: The clerk will administer the oath of office. You sign the oath in the clerk's presence, attesting to your commitment to perform notarial duties faithfully.
  6. Receive your commission: The clerk issues a Certificate of Appointment. You then purchase a notary seal (stamp or embosser) and begin performing notarizations.

The commission lasts four years. Gwinnett County charges approximately $40–$55 for the application, and there is no state exam and no surety bond required in Georgia.

Who Should File This Form?

Anyone who lives or works in Gwinnett County and wants to become a commissioned notary public. Many professions benefit from a notary commission — real estate agents, loan officers, insurance agents, paralegals, small business owners, and anyone who regularly handles legal documents.

Where to Get the Official Form

The Georgia Notary Public Application is available through the GSCCCA website. You can fill it out online and print it, or pick up a paper copy at the Gwinnett County Clerk of Superior Court's office.

For more information, visit the GSCCCA General Notary Information page or contact the Gwinnett County Clerk of Superior Court at 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30046.

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