MN Notary Notary Commission Application and Renewal 2

Question 1

What should a Minnesota notary do if they move to a different county within Minnesota?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Secretary of State of the new address; the commission remains valid statewide

Answer

A Minnesota notary commission is valid throughout the entire state, so moving counties does not invalidate the commission — only address notification to the Secretary of State is required.

Question 2

If a Minnesota notary moves to another state, what must happen to their commission?

Accepted Answer

The commission is automatically vacated since Minnesota requires residency or in-state employment

Answer

If a notary no longer resides in Minnesota and no longer has a primary place of employment or practice in the state, the commission is vacated as the eligibility requirement is no longer met.

Question 3

How does a Minnesota notary renew their commission?

Accepted Answer

By submitting a new application and fee to the Secretary of State before the current commission expires

Answer

Minnesota notaries renew their commission by submitting a new application and paying the required fee — there is no examination or mandatory continuing education for renewal.

Question 4

What happens if a Minnesota notary's commission expires before they submit a renewal application?

Accepted Answer

They must stop performing notarial acts and apply for a new commission

Answer

An expired commission means the notary's authority to perform notarial acts has lapsed; they must obtain a new commission before resuming notarizations.

Question 5

Can a Minnesota notary resign their commission before it expires?

Accepted Answer

Yes, by submitting a written resignation to the Secretary of State

Answer

A Minnesota notary may voluntarily resign their commission at any time by submitting written notice to the Secretary of State.

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MN Notary Notary Commission Application and Renewal 2