MT Notary Notary Commission and Qualifications 5

Question 1

A Montana notary decides to stop serving before her term ends. What should she do?

Accepted Answer

Resign by notifying the Secretary of State and dispose of her stamp properly

Answer

A resigning notary must notify the Secretary of State and destroy or disable the official stamp.

Question 2

Under Montana law, a notary public is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A public officer commissioned by the state to serve as an impartial witness

Answer

A notary is a commissioned public officer whose core duty is impartial witnessing, not a state employee or attorney.

Question 3

Which change would a Montana notary NOT need to report to the Secretary of State?

Accepted Answer

A change in favorite bank branch used for personal banking

Answer

Only changes to information on file with the Secretary of State, such as name and address, must be reported.

Question 4

After passing the exam and filing her bond, when may a new Montana notary begin performing notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

Once the Secretary of State issues the commission and she has her official stamp

Answer

Notarial authority begins only when the commission is issued and the notary is properly equipped.

Question 5

A notary commissioned in Idaho who works full-time in Missoula wants a Montana commission. Is she eligible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, residents of bordering states employed in Montana may apply

Answer

Montana allows residents of bordering states who work in Montana to be commissioned, and holding another state's commission is not disqualifying.

(MT Notary) Montana Notary Exam Practice Test