AR Notary AR-Notary Notary Commission Qualifications and Application Process 2

Question 1

A resident of Texarkana, Texas works full-time at a bank in Texarkana, Arkansas. Can this person qualify for an Arkansas notary commission?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because residents of adjoining states who work in Arkansas may apply

Answer

No, only Arkansas residents may be commissioned

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Yes, but only with a special interstate waiver from the Governor

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No, unless they own property in Arkansas

Question 2

What is the term of an Arkansas notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

10 years

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4 years

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6 years

Answer

Lifetime, with annual renewal fees

Question 3

Which state official issues notary public commissions in Arkansas?

Accepted Answer

The Secretary of State

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The Attorney General

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The county judge of the applicant's county

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The Governor's chief of staff

Question 4

What is the required amount of the surety bond an Arkansas notary applicant must obtain?

Accepted Answer

$7,500

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$1,000

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$5,000

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$25,000

Question 5

An applicant was convicted of felony theft eight years ago and the conviction has never been pardoned or expunged. How does this affect the application?

Accepted Answer

It disqualifies the applicant from receiving a commission

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It has no effect after five years have passed

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It requires an extra $50 processing fee

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It only matters if the felony involved notarial misconduct

Question 6

What is the minimum age to apply for an Arkansas notary commission?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

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16 years old

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21 years old

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25 years old

Question 7

Which language ability is required of an Arkansas notary applicant?

Accepted Answer

Ability to read and write English

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Fluency in English and Spanish

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Ability to speak English only, writing is optional

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No language requirement exists