Notary Bond Requirements and Commission Maintenance Flashcards

What happens if an Illinois notary fails to maintain their bond during their commission term?

Answer: The commission may be suspended or revoked

Failure to maintain a valid surety bond can result in suspension or revocation of the notary's commission.

An Illinois notary changes their legal name during their commission term. What must they do?

Answer: Notify the Secretary of State and obtain an updated commission

Illinois notaries must notify the Secretary of State of a legal name change and obtain an updated commission.

Where must an Illinois notary file their oath of office and bond?

Answer: With the county clerk in their county of residence

Illinois notaries must file their oath of office and bond with the county clerk in their county of residence.

Can an Illinois notary perform notarial acts in any county in the state?

Answer: Yes, anywhere within the state of Illinois

An Illinois notary's commission is valid statewide.

What is the difference between a notary bond and errors and omissions (E&O) insurance?

Answer: The bond protects the public; E&O insurance protects the notary

The bond protects the public from notary misconduct, while E&O insurance protects the notary from liability.

An Illinois notary is convicted of a felony during their commission term. What is the effect on their commission?

Answer: Automatic revocation of the commission

A felony conviction results in automatic revocation of an Illinois notary's commission.