AK Notary AK Notary Commission and Appointment 3

Question 1

What type of bond does Alaska require a notary to obtain?

Accepted Answer

Surety bond

Answer

Alaska requires a surety bond, which is obtained through a licensed bonding or insurance company.

Question 2

Where must an Alaska notary file their oath of office?

Accepted Answer

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor

Answer

The oath of office must be filed with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a qualification to become an Alaska notary?

Accepted Answer

Must hold a law degree

Answer

A law degree is not required; Alaska only requires the applicant to be at least 18, literate, and a resident or employee in the state.

Question 4

Can an Alaska notary continue to notarize documents after their commission expires?

Accepted Answer

No, they must cease all notarial acts immediately upon expiration

Answer

Once a commission expires, the notary must immediately stop performing notarial acts until a new commission is obtained.

Question 5

If an Alaska notary is convicted of a crime involving dishonesty, what is likely to happen?

Accepted Answer

Their commission may be revoked

Answer

A conviction involving dishonesty is grounds for revocation of the notary commission by the Lt. Governor.

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