This article and video will show Notaries to fill out each part of a notarial certificate, and common mistakes to avoid. On a standard form that needs to be notarized, the top left corner reads: "State of Maryland, County of _____".How to become a Georgia notary. Step 1: Complete a notary application and bring it to the Clerk of Superior Court in your county of residence. In Maryland, an individual who wishes to be commissioned as a notary public may obtain an application from Office of the Secretary of State. Our comprehensive program equips you with the knowledge, skills, and certification necessary to excel as a trusted notary public in the state of Maryland. Complete the Notary Public Application online. If you are applying to become a Georgia notary for the first time or are renewing your current notary commission, please download and complete the form below.