IN Notary - Indiana Notary Notary Commission Qualifications Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for an individual applying for a Notary Public commission in Indiana?

Accepted Answer

Be a legal resident of Indiana or be primarily employed in Indiana.

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Be a registered voter in Indiana.

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Hold a valid Indiana driver's license.

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Be at least 21 years of age.

Question 2

An applicant for an Indiana notary commission was convicted of a crime five years ago. Which of the following convictions would automatically disqualify them from being commissioned?

Accepted Answer

A conviction for which the sentence imposed was seven months.

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A misdemeanor traffic offense.

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A civil infraction for a zoning violation.

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A misdemeanor conviction with a sentence of 30 days of community service.

Question 3

A 19-year-old college student lives in Ohio but works a full-time job in Richmond, Indiana. They are a U.S. citizen with no criminal record. Are they eligible to become an Indiana Notary Public?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because their primary employment is in Indiana and they meet the other qualifications.

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No, because they must be a legal resident of Indiana.

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No, because the minimum age to be a notary is 21.

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Yes, but only if their employer sponsors their application.

Question 4

What must all new applicants for an Indiana Notary Public commission do as part of the application process?

Accepted Answer

Complete a state-approved education course and pass an exam.

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Submit three letters of recommendation.

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Be a resident of Indiana for at least one year.

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Provide proof of a college degree.

Question 5

Which of the following documents is an applicant required to obtain and submit to the Indiana Secretary of State when applying for a notary commission?

Accepted Answer

A $25,000 surety bond.

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A copy of their birth certificate.

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A recent credit report.

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A character reference from a current Indiana notary.

Question 6

An individual is considering applying to be an Indiana notary. Which of the following would NOT be a reason for disqualification?

Accepted Answer

A previous misdemeanor conviction from 10 years ago with a 3-month sentence.

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A civil ruling against the individual involving fraud.

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Holding a lucrative federal government office.

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A conviction for dishonesty.