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

Answer

Colorado notary applications are submitted online through the Secretary of State's official website.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Statewide only

Answer

A Colorado notary commission grants authority to perform notarial acts anywhere within the state of Colorado.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Keep it in a safe place and begin notarizing

Answer

Once the commission certificate is received, the notary may begin performing notarial acts and should keep the certificate in a safe place.

Question 4

Can a Colorado notary commission be transferred to another person?

Accepted Answer

No, a commission is non-transferable

Answer

A Colorado notary commission is personal and cannot be transferred to another individual.

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

Answer

Colorado does not require U.S. citizenship; a legal permanent resident who resides or works in Colorado may apply.

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