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ALERT! In observance of the holiday: County of Berks offices and buildings will close to the public from 12 PM, December 24, 2024, through December 25, 2024 (reopening 8 AM, December 26, 2024) and 12 PM, December 31, 2024, through January 1, 2025 (reopening 8 AM, January 2, 2025).

Please note – 24/7 operations at the county courthouse and services center will remain operational.

Notary Signature Registration Process Change Effective 10/01/2024

News Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024

Effective October 1, 2024, Notaries Public Will No Longer Be Required to Visit The Prothonotary's Office to Register Their Signatures.  The Recorder of Deeds Office Will Complete the Entire Process.  The Charge That Notaries Public Will Pay at the Recorder of Deeds Office Will Be $45, Which Includes the $5 Prothonotary Signature Registration Fee.