IL-Notary Notary Bond Requirements and Commission Maintenance Flashcards

If an Illinois notary changes their residential address, they must notify the Secretary of State within how many days?

Answer: 30 days

Illinois notaries must report address changes to the Secretary of State within 30 days.

What must an Illinois notary do if they legally change their name during their commission term?

Answer: Apply for a new commission reflecting the new name

A legal name change requires the notary to obtain a new commission because the commission is issued in the notary's legal name.

To renew an Illinois notary commission, the notary must:

Answer: Complete a new application and obtain a new surety bond

Renewal requires submitting a new application and a new $5,000 surety bond for the next four-year term.

An Illinois notary who is convicted of a felony during their commission term may have their commission:

Answer: Revoked by the Secretary of State

A felony conviction is grounds for the Secretary of State to revoke an Illinois notary's commission.

An Illinois notary resigns their commission voluntarily. What should they do with their notary seal?

Answer: Destroy or deface it so it cannot be misused

Upon resignation or expiration of a commission, the notary should destroy or deface the seal to prevent unauthorized use.

Which of the following is a requirement to be eligible for an Illinois notary commission?

Answer: Must be at least 18 years of age

Applicants must be at least 18 years old; there is no requirement to be an attorney or property owner.

An Illinois notary's commission is about to expire. How far in advance may they submit a renewal application?

Answer: Up to 6 months before expiration

Illinois allows notaries to submit renewal applications up to six months before their commission expires.