NC Notary Commission Application and Renewal Procedures 2

Question 1

When renewing a North Carolina notary commission, how many hours of continuing education are required?

Accepted Answer

No education is required for renewal

Answer

North Carolina does not require continuing education for renewal of a notary commission; the education requirement applies only to first-time applicants.

Question 2

What must a North Carolina notary do if they wish to resign their commission before it expires?

Accepted Answer

Deliver the commission to the Secretary of State

Answer

A notary who resigns must deliver their commission to the Secretary of State to officially terminate the commission.

Question 3

A notary applicant in North Carolina is disqualified if they have been convicted of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A felony

Answer

A person convicted of a felony is disqualified from being commissioned as a notary public in North Carolina.

Question 4

After submitting a North Carolina notary application, what must the applicant do before the commission becomes effective?

Accepted Answer

Take an oath of office before the register of deeds in their county

Answer

Before the commission is effective, the applicant must take the oath of office before the register of deeds in the county where they reside or are employed.

Question 5

If a North Carolina notary's address changes, what is required?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Secretary of State of the change

Answer

A notary must notify the Secretary of State whenever their address changes to keep commission records current.

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NC Notary Commission Application and Renewal Procedures 2