IN Notary Notary Commission Qualifications 2

Question 1

What is the minimum age requirement to apply for an Indiana notary commission?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

16 years old

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21 years old

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25 years old

Question 2

An individual has been convicted of a felony involving fraud. Are they eligible for an Indiana notary commission?

Accepted Answer

No, a felony conviction involving fraud disqualifies an applicant

Answer

Yes, if 10 years have passed since the conviction

Answer

Yes, with no restrictions — convictions do not affect eligibility

Answer

No, any felony conviction permanently disqualifies an applicant

Question 3

Where must an Indiana notary public be able to conduct their official notarial duties?

Accepted Answer

Anywhere within Indiana regardless of county

Answer

Only within the county in which they were commissioned

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Only in the city where their employer is located

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Only within a 50-mile radius of their registered address

Question 4

How long is an Indiana notary commission term?

Accepted Answer

8 years

Answer

2 years

Answer

4 years

Answer

Indefinitely until revoked

Question 5

Which state official is responsible for issuing notary commissions in Indiana?

Accepted Answer

The Indiana Secretary of State

Answer

The Governor of Indiana

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The Indiana Attorney General

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The Chief Justice of the Indiana Supreme Court

Question 6

An Indiana notary commission applicant currently resides outside Indiana but works in Indiana full-time. Are they eligible for an Indiana notary commission?

Accepted Answer

Yes, individuals who are employed in Indiana may apply for a commission even if they live out of state

Answer

No, applicants must reside in Indiana to be commissioned

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No, only U.S. citizens who live in Indiana qualify

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Yes, but they must list their Indiana employer's address as their address