$50,000 Louisiana Notary Bond (Newly Required)

Description

A Louisiana Notary bond for the new amount of $50,000 – Required by the state, beginning February 1st 2026, this bond will cover you for 5 years of your commission at a time. This bond is a requirement for all notaries in Louisiana, by law. A notary bond protects the public from financial harm caused by a notary. One lawsuit can damage you and your family financially for many years. Notarize more and worry less, knowing your notary E&O policy will kick in to cover your legal fees and potential claims up to the policy limit.

Should I add Errors and Omissions Insurance?

Errors & Omissions insurance (E&O) is liability coverage built to protect your personal and professional assets. E&O insurance protects you in case you make a mistake, causing your client to suffer financial harm. E&O insurance has a no deductible. 

Without E&O insurance, the notary public remains personally liable to the full extent of any damages sustained by the client. If you’re a bonded notary public and there’s a claim on your bond, most likely, the notary will be required to reimburse the bonding company out of pocket.