IA Notary - Iowa Notary Notary Commission and Eligibility Questions and Answers

Question 1

An individual applying for a Notary Public commission in Iowa must meet which of the following minimum requirements?

Accepted Answer

Be at least 18 years old and be a resident of or have a place of employment in Iowa.

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Be at least 21 years old and a resident of Iowa.

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Be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen.

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Be a high school graduate and a resident of Iowa for at least one year.

Question 2

A person lives in a state bordering Iowa but works at a company located in Des Moines, Iowa. If they are granted an Iowa notary commission, what will be the term of their commission?

Accepted Answer

One year.

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Three years, the standard term for all Iowa notaries.

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The commission is not valid as they are not an Iowa resident.

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Five years.

Question 3

Which of the following would disqualify an individual from receiving a notary commission in Iowa?

Accepted Answer

A recent felony conviction involving fraud or dishonesty.

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A misdemeanor conviction for a traffic violation from ten years ago.

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A finding of liability in a civil lawsuit for breach of contract.

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Being a permanent legal resident of the U.S. but not a full citizen.

Question 4

An applicant is preparing to submit their application for an Iowa notary commission. In addition to meeting the eligibility requirements, which of the following must they submit to the Secretary of State?

Accepted Answer

A completed application form, an executed oath of office, and a $30 fee.

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A $100 application fee and a letter of recommendation.

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Proof of a $10,000 surety bond.

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A university diploma and a certificate of good standing from their employer.

Question 5

What is the standard term of a notary public commission for a resident of Iowa?

Accepted Answer

Three years

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One year

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Five years

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Four years

Question 6

A 19-year-old college student who is a permanent legal resident of the United States lives and works part-time in Iowa. They can read and write English fluently and have no criminal record. Are they eligible to become a notary public in Iowa?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they appear to meet all the primary eligibility requirements.

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No, because they must be at least 21 years old.

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No, because they are a student and not a full-time employee.

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No, because they must be a full U.S. citizen.