MN Notary Notary Seal and Certificate Requirements 2

Question 1

When must a Minnesota notary affix their official stamp on a notarial certificate?

Accepted Answer

At the time the notarial act is performed

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Within 30 days of the notarial act

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Before the signer arrives

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Only when requested by the signer

Question 2

If ink from a Minnesota notary's stamp is smeared and the impression is illegible, what should the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Re-stamp in a clear area of the certificate or attach a fresh certificate page

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Initial next to the smear and proceed

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Have the signer initial next to the smear

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Notarize the document again on a separate date

Question 3

A Minnesota notary's stamp impression must be capable of being reproduced in what manner?

Accepted Answer

It must be photographically reproducible, meaning it shows clearly in photocopies

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It must be embossed so it can be felt on the paper

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It must be in color for authenticity

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It must be legible only in ultraviolet light for security

Question 4

May a Minnesota employer require a notary employee to surrender their notary stamp upon leaving employment?

Accepted Answer

No, the stamp belongs to the notary, not the employer

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Yes, if the employer paid for the stamp

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Yes, if stated in the employment contract

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No, but the employer may request it

Question 5

What color ink should a Minnesota notary use for their official stamp?

Accepted Answer

Any color that produces a legible, photographically reproducible image

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Only black ink

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Only blue ink

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Only red ink for official legal documents

Question 6

If a Minnesota notary changes their name, what must they do regarding their official stamp?

Accepted Answer

Obtain a new stamp reflecting the new name and notify the Secretary of State

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Continue using the old stamp until it wears out

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Apply for a new commission before changing the stamp

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File an affidavit with the county recorder