NC Notary - North Carolina Notary Exam Notary Public Responsibilities and Eligibility 1

Question 1

What is the length of a notary public commission in North Carolina?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

North Carolina notary commissions are valid for 5 years. After expiration, the notary must reapply and complete the required training to be recommissioned.

Question 2

A North Carolina notary public must be at least how old at the time of application?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

NC law requires that an applicant be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for a notary commission, in addition to meeting other statutory requirements.

Question 3

Which of the following individuals would be ELIGIBLE to apply for a North Carolina notary commission?

Accepted Answer

A lawful permanent resident who works full-time at a business located in North Carolina

Answer

NC law allows lawful permanent residents to become notaries if they have a regular place of work or business in North Carolina. Felons without restored rights, minors, and those unable to read/write English are disqualified.

Question 4

Under North Carolina law, when a commissioned notary legally changes their name, they must notify the Secretary of State within:

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

A NC notary must notify the Secretary of State within 30 days of a legal name change and must obtain a new notary seal reflecting the new name before performing further notarial acts.

Question 5

A North Carolina notary public is PROHIBITED from performing a notarial act when:

Accepted Answer

The notary is a named grantee or party to the transaction being notarized

Answer

NC law prohibits a notary from notarizing any document in which they have a direct financial or beneficial interest, including being a named party or grantee. This prevents conflicts of interest.

NC Notary - North Carolina Notary Exam Practice Test

NC Notary - North Carolina Notary Exam Practice Test

NC Notary - North Carolina Notary Exam Notary Public Responsibilities and Eligibility 1