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Notary Public Responsibilities and Eligibility 1 Flashcards

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

    Answer: 5 years

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

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

    Answer: 18 years old

    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.

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

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

    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.

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

    Answer: 30 days

    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.

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

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

    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.

  6. What must a North Carolina notary do when their commission expires and they wish to continue performing notarial acts?

    Answer: Submit a new application and complete the required education course again

    An expired NC notary commission does not automatically renew. The notary must submit a new application and complete the state-approved education course, even if they were previously commissioned.