MS Notary Notary Commission and Appointment 3

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the surety bond required of Mississippi notaries?

Accepted Answer

To compensate the public for losses caused by the notary's misconduct

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To pay the notary's application fees

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To guarantee the notary passes a background check

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To ensure the notary maintains their journal

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to become a notary public in Mississippi?

Accepted Answer

Passing a state-administered notary examination

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Being at least 18 years old

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Filing a surety bond

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Being a Mississippi resident or having a place of business in the state

Question 3

A Mississippi notary must take an oath of office before which official?

Accepted Answer

The circuit court clerk

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A sitting judge

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The Secretary of State

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A senior commissioned notary

Question 4

What should a Mississippi notary do if they change their name after receiving their commission?

Accepted Answer

Notify the circuit court clerk and update their commission information

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Continue using their commission under the old name until it expires

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Surrender the old commission and wait 90 days before reapplying

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File the name change only with the Secretary of State's office

Question 5

Who is legally responsible if a Mississippi notary's misconduct causes financial harm to a member of the public?

Accepted Answer

The notary and potentially the surety bond company

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Only the surety bond company

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The circuit court clerk who issued the commission

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The employer of the notary

Question 6

A Mississippi notary applicant who does not reside in the state but has a principal place of business there must provide proof of:

Accepted Answer

Their Mississippi business address and location

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State income tax payment in Mississippi

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Their out-of-state residence address only

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Federal employment in Mississippi

Question 7

How must a Mississippi notary store their commission certificate?

Accepted Answer

Kept in a secure location accessible when needed

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Filed with the Secretary of State at all times

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Submitted to their employer for safekeeping

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Posted publicly at their place of business at all times