IL Notary Official Seal and Stamp Specifications and Security 2

Question 1

What information must appear on an Illinois notary's official seal?

Accepted Answer

The notary's name, commission expiration date, county, and the words 'Notary Public' and 'State of Illinois'

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Only the notary's name and state

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The notary's name and a unique ID number only

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Any design the notary chooses

Question 2

What type of seal is required for Illinois notaries?

Accepted Answer

Either a rubber ink stamp or embossed seal

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Only an embossed seal

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Only a rubber ink stamp

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A digital seal only

Question 3

How must an Illinois notary secure their seal when not in use?

Accepted Answer

Keep it in a locked area under the notary's exclusive control

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Leave it on their desk for easy access

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Give it to their supervisor for safekeeping

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Store it with the county clerk

Question 4

What should an Illinois notary do if their seal is lost or stolen?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Secretary of State and obtain a replacement immediately

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Wait and see if it turns up

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Continue notarizing without a seal

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Use a colleague's seal temporarily

Question 5

Can an Illinois notary use their seal on a blank piece of paper for someone to use later?

Accepted Answer

No, the seal may only be affixed at the time of the notarial act

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Yes, if the person is known and trusted

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Yes, for convenience in time-sensitive situations

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No, unless the notary signs the blank page

Question 6

If an Illinois notary changes their name, what must happen to their seal?

Accepted Answer

Obtain a new seal with the updated name and destroy the old seal

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Add a sticker with the new name over the old one

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Continue using the old seal until it wears out

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File a name change notice with the seal vendor