MO Notary Laws and Regulations 2

Question 1

What is the term length of a Missouri notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

4 years

Answer

A Missouri notary public commission lasts for 4 years from the date of commission.

Question 2

Which Missouri statute chapter primarily governs notary public duties and responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

Chapter 486 — Notaries Public

Answer

Chapter 486 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo) is the primary chapter governing notary public duties and responsibilities.

Question 3

What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary public in Missouri?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

Applicants must be at least 18 years old to become a notary public in Missouri.

Question 4

A Missouri notary who commits official misconduct may face which of the following consequences?

Accepted Answer

Revocation of their commission and potential civil liability

Answer

Official misconduct by a Missouri notary can result in revocation of the commission, civil liability, and potentially criminal penalties.

Question 5

Who has the authority to commission notaries public in Missouri?

Accepted Answer

The Secretary of State

Answer

The Missouri Secretary of State has the authority to commission notaries public in the state.

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