CO Notary Notary Basics & Commission 3

Question 1

How must a Colorado notary submit their commission application?

Accepted Answer

Online through the Secretary of State's website

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By certified mail

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In person at the county clerk's office

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Through a sponsoring attorney

Question 2

Which of the following describes the scope of a Colorado notary's authority?

Accepted Answer

Statewide only

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Nationwide

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Only in the county of appointment

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Only where the signer resides

Question 3

What should a notary do when their commission certificate is received?

Accepted Answer

Keep it in a safe place and begin notarizing

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File it at the county courthouse

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Submit it to their employer

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Post it publicly in their office

Question 4

Can a Colorado notary commission be transferred to another person?

Accepted Answer

No, a commission is non-transferable

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Yes, with written consent

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Yes, if both parties are commissioned

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Yes, upon payment of a transfer fee

Question 5

Under Colorado law, can a non-U.S. citizen become a notary?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if they are a legal permanent resident who lives or works in Colorado

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No, citizenship is required

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Only with special federal authorization

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Only if they have lived in Colorado for 10 years

Question 6

What action must a Colorado notary take when they resign their commission?

Accepted Answer

Submit written notice to the Secretary of State

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Notify only their employer

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Return the seal to the county clerk

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File a resignation form with the court