Notary Commission Application and Renewal Flashcards
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Who issues notary commissions in Minnesota?
Answer: The Minnesota Secretary of State
The Minnesota Secretary of State is the official responsible for receiving applications, issuing commissions, and maintaining records for all Minnesota notaries public.
What is the term length of a Minnesota notary commission?
Answer: Five years
A Minnesota notary commission lasts five years from the date of issuance, after which the notary must renew to continue performing notarial acts.
What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary public in Minnesota?
Answer: 18 years old
Minnesota requires applicants for a notary commission to be at least 18 years of age.
Which of the following is a requirement to become a Minnesota notary public?
Answer: The applicant must be a Minnesota resident or have a place of employment or practice in Minnesota
Minnesota requires applicants to be residents of the state or have a primary place of employment or practice in Minnesota; citizenship is not a requirement.
What must an applicant submit when applying for a Minnesota notary commission?
Answer: A completed application and the required filing fee submitted to the Secretary of State
Minnesota applicants must submit a completed application form and pay the statutory application fee to the Secretary of State's office.
Is a surety bond required to obtain a Minnesota notary commission?
Answer: No, Minnesota does not require a surety bond for notary applicants
Minnesota law does not require notary applicants to obtain a surety bond, though notaries may voluntarily purchase errors and omissions insurance.