AR-Notary Term of Commission, Renewal, and Resignation Flashcards

A notary commissioned in Arkansas on March 1, 2020 will see their commission expire in what year?

Answer: 2030

Arkansas notary commissions last ten years, so a 2020 commission expires in 2030.

What happens to an Arkansas notary's authority the day after their commission expires if they have not renewed?

Answer: They have no authority to perform notarial acts

Once the commission expires, the notary has no authority to perform any notarial act until recommissioned.

To renew an Arkansas notary commission, the applicant must:

Answer: Submit a new application and meet all current requirements, including a new surety bond

Renewal in Arkansas requires a new application, new bond, and compliance with all current commissioning requirements.

Which official receives an Arkansas notary's written resignation?

Answer: The Secretary of State

The Secretary of State administers notary commissions in Arkansas and receives resignations.

A notary who resigns their Arkansas commission should do what with their official seal?

Answer: Destroy or disable it so it cannot be misused

Destroying or disabling the seal prevents fraudulent use after the commission ends.

How much is the surety bond an Arkansas notary must obtain when applying for or renewing a commission?

Answer: $7,500

Arkansas law requires notaries to file a $7,500 surety bond.

When may an Arkansas notary submit a renewal application?

Answer: Before the current commission expires, to avoid a lapse in authority

Applying before expiration lets the new commission take effect without a lapse in notarial authority.