AR Notary AR-Notary Term of Commission, Renewal, and Resignation 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

2030

Answer

2024

Answer

2026

Answer

2032

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

They have no authority to perform notarial acts

Answer

They may notarize for a 30-day grace period

Answer

They may notarize only for existing clients

Answer

They may notarize until the Secretary of State sends a notice

Question 3

To renew an Arkansas notary commission, the applicant must:

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Simply pay a renewal fee to keep the old commission active

Answer

Send a letter requesting an automatic extension

Answer

Appear before a circuit judge for reappointment

Question 4

Which official receives an Arkansas notary's written resignation?

Accepted Answer

The Secretary of State

Answer

The county clerk

Answer

The Governor

Answer

The Attorney General

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Destroy or disable it so it cannot be misused

Answer

Mail it to the county sheriff

Answer

Keep it in case they are recommissioned

Answer

Sell it to another notary

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

$7,500

Answer

$1,000

Answer

$5,000

Answer

$10,000

Question 7

When may an Arkansas notary submit a renewal application?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Only after the current commission has expired

Answer

Only during January of the expiration year

Answer

Only if the Secretary of State mails an invitation