MI NOTARY Cheat Sheet 2026
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MI NOTARY exam key facts
- A Michigan notary public commission costs a $10 nonrefundable state processing fee paid to the Secretary of State, plus a county filing fee of about $10 paid to the county clerk when you file the surety bond (Wayne County may charge more). Source
- A Michigan notary public commission lasts 6 to 7 years and ends on the notary's birthday. Source
50 questions
60 min time limit
80.00% to pass
- For a Michigan remote online notarization, what technology requirement must be met? → Real-time audio-video communication
- If a Michigan notary charges a fee for a notarial act, what information related to the fee should appear in the notary journal? → The amount of the fee charged
- What process does a Michigan notary performing RON use to verify the remote signer's identity? → Knowledge-based authentication (KBA) or credential analysis
- If a Michigan notary suspects that the identification presented by a signer is fraudulent, the notary should: → Refuse to perform the notarization
- How can a Michigan notary minimize the risk of liability when notarizing a document? → By thoroughly following state laws and best practices for notarial acts
- Can a Michigan notary notarize documents in any county of the state? → Yes, a Michigan notary commission is valid statewide
- For a Michigan RON session, what must the notary do if the identity verification process fails? → Refuse to perform the notarization
- A Michigan notary performs 10 acknowledgments in a single session for one client. What is the maximum they may charge? → $100 for the session
- How long must a Michigan notary retain the audio-video recording of a remote online notarization? → 10 years
- What county information, if any, must appear on a Michigan notary's seal? → No county information is required on the seal
- What does the term 'venue' refer to in a Michigan notarial certificate? → The state and county where the notarial act was performed
- What bond amount is required for a Michigan notary public? → $10,000
- What is the time frame within which a Notary Public in Michigan must notify the Secretary of State's office of an address change? → 30 days
- When a signer cannot produce acceptable identification, which alternative method may a Michigan notary use to establish identity? → A credible witness personally known to the notary
- Under Michigan law, a notary who notarizes their own signature on a document is committing which violation? → An unlawful act that could result in criminal charges and revocation
- What is the term length for a Michigan notary public commission? → 4 years
- What type of seal impression must a Michigan notary use—inked stamp or embossing? → Either an inked stamp or an embossing seal
- Which of the following best describes a Michigan notary's fee for performing a jurat? → Up to $10 per jurat
- Under Michigan law, what is the penalty for a notary who knowingly makes a false notarial act? → Criminal prosecution for a misdemeanor or felony and revocation of commission
- Which of the following is a requirement for becoming a Notary Public in Michigan? → Must be resident in Michigan
- What type of electronic seal must a Michigan notary use when performing electronic or remote notarizations? → An electronic seal that visually replicates the notary's official seal
- What does Michigan law require a notary to do if a document signer appears to be under duress or coerced? → Refuse to perform the notarization
- When did Michigan authorize remote online notarization? → 2020
- Which Michigan government office has authority to investigate complaints against notaries public? → Michigan Secretary of State
- A Michigan notary who is an attorney may apply for what type of additional notarial authority? → No additional authority is available
- Which of the following best describes the primary role of a Notary Public in Michigan? → To act as an impartial witness
- Which document serves as the best evidence if a fee dispute arises regarding a Michigan notary's services? → The notary's journal entry recording the fee charged
- Can a Michigan notary provide legal advice about the documents they are notarizing? → No, unless they are also a licensed attorney
- Can an employer prohibit a notary-employee from charging fees for notarizations performed during work hours? → Yes, an employer may restrict fee collection during work time
- Which of the following is a common notarial act performed by Michigan notaries? → Administering oaths and affirmations
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- michigan.gov — Renewal, score validity, test delivery, fees · verified Oct 2026
- legislature.mi.gov — Fees · verified Oct 2026