Division of Corporations, UCC and Commissions

Timothy Poulin, Director
Cathy Beaudoin, Assistant Director

Dedimus Justices

The Division provides administrative support and manages data for this program area for the Bureau. Dedimus Justices perform a single function under Maine statute, that of swearing in various public officials, including Notaries Public. The office is a lifetime appointment by the Governor.

The essential statute for Dedimus Justices is Title 5 section 4 and section 5

Applications can be downloaded, completed and mailed to this office.

Dedimus Justice application form in Microsoft Word (.doc).
Dedimus Justice application form in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf).
Dedimus Justice change of name/address form .

You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view or print PDF files. Click on the button below for a free copy.

Once appointed to this office, you can locate a Dedimus Justice in your area by using the Notary/Dedimus Search function on our website. Some Dedimus Justices charge between $1 and $50 for their services; most offer them free. Our office strongly suggests that you ask in advance whether there will be a charge.

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