AR Notary AR-Notary Notary Commission Qualifications and Application Process 3

Question 1

Maria, a lawful permanent resident of the United States living in Little Rock, wants to become a notary. Is her immigration status a barrier?

Accepted Answer

No, U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents may both qualify

Answer

Arkansas allows both United States citizens and lawful permanent residents to be commissioned as notaries.

Question 2

What is the state filing fee for an Arkansas notary commission application?

Accepted Answer

$20

Answer

The application fee payable to the Arkansas Secretary of State is twenty dollars.

Question 3

Who is primarily protected by the notary's $7,500 surety bond?

Accepted Answer

Members of the public harmed by the notary's misconduct or negligence

Answer

The surety bond protects the public from financial harm caused by the notary's errors or misconduct, not the notary personally.

Question 4

If a claim is paid out from a notary's surety bond because of the notary's negligence, what is the notary's obligation?

Accepted Answer

Reimburse the surety company for the amount paid

Answer

A surety bond is not insurance for the notary, so the notary must repay the surety for any claims paid on their behalf.

Question 5

An Arkansas notary applicant had a previous notary commission revoked in another state. How may this affect a new Arkansas application?

Accepted Answer

It can disqualify the applicant, since prior revocations must be disclosed and are grounds for denial

Answer

Prior commission revocations must be disclosed and can be grounds for denying a new Arkansas commission.

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