CO Notary Notary Basics & Commission 2

Question 1

What is the Colorado notary application fee?

Accepted Answer

$10

Answer

The Colorado Secretary of State charges a $10 application fee for a notary commission.

Question 2

After a Colorado notary commission expires, what must the notary do to continue performing notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

Apply for a new commission

Answer

An expired commission cannot be extended; the notary must apply for a completely new commission.

Question 3

A Colorado notary who moves out of state permanently should do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Resign the commission with the Secretary of State

Answer

A notary who no longer resides or works in Colorado should resign the commission because the residency/employment requirement is no longer met.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to become a Colorado notary?

Accepted Answer

Complete an approved training course

Answer

Colorado does not mandate completion of a training course as a condition of initial commissioning, though training is recommended.

Question 5

What bond amount is required of Colorado notaries?

Accepted Answer

Colorado requires no surety bond

Answer

Colorado does not require notaries to obtain a surety bond as part of the commission process.

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