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  1. What is the consequence for a Connecticut notary who performs notarial acts without a valid surety bond on file?

    Answer: Commission suspension or revocation

    Performing notarial acts without a valid, filed surety bond violates Connecticut law and can result in suspension or revocation of the notary's commission.

  2. Which of the following best describes the role of the surety company when a valid claim is filed against a notary's bond?

    Answer: The surety investigates the claim, may pay it, and then seeks repayment from the notary

    The surety company investigates the claim and, if valid, pays the harmed party, after which the surety has the right to seek full repayment from the notary.

  3. Can a Connecticut notary legally hold both a surety bond and an E&O insurance policy simultaneously?

    Answer: Yes, a notary may voluntarily obtain E&O as additional protection alongside the required bond

    Connecticut notaries may — and are encouraged to — hold both the required surety bond and optional E&O insurance for comprehensive financial protection.

  4. Who establishes the required bond amount of $15,000 for Connecticut notaries?

    Answer: Connecticut state law

    The $15,000 bond amount is set by Connecticut state statute and applies uniformly to all notary public applicants in the state.

  5. If a Connecticut notary's surety bond expires mid-commission, what must the notary do to remain in compliance?

    Answer: Renew or obtain a new surety bond and file it with the Secretary of State

    A notary must maintain a continuous, valid surety bond throughout the entire commission term; if it expires, a new bond must be obtained and filed promptly.

  6. A Connecticut notary's surety bond is best described as which of the following?

    Answer: A financial guarantee that compensates the public for valid claims arising from notary misconduct

    A surety bond is a three-party financial guarantee ensuring that members of the public can be compensated if the notary's misconduct causes them harm.

  7. What is the primary policy reason Connecticut requires notaries to maintain a surety bond?

    Answer: To protect members of the public from financial harm caused by notary misconduct

    The surety bond requirement exists to ensure that members of the public have a financial remedy if they are harmed by a notary's improper, negligent, or fraudulent acts.