Office of the Secretary of State

The Arizona Secretary of State's office is charged with a number of important state functions, including serving as acting governor when the governor is absent from the state. Like lieutenant governors in other states, the Secretary of State is first in line to succeed the governor in the event of death, resignation or removal from office.

Our office performs a variety of administrative functions as well. We grant or deny use of the Great Seal of the state of Arizona, attest to all official acts of the Governor and affix the Seal on all official documents. Our office commissions notaries and certifies notarized documents going to other states or foreign countries.

The duties of the Secretary of State are many, but our commitment to you remains the same: To provide you with efficient, friendly customer service.