NC Notary Laws and Regulations 2

Question 1

What is the duration of a North Carolina notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

Under G.S. 10B-10, a NC notary commission is valid for five years from the date of issuance.

Question 2

A first-time applicant for a NC notary commission must complete how many hours of approved education before applying?

Accepted Answer

6 hours

Answer

G.S. 10B-5 requires new applicants to complete a six-hour approved notary education course before submitting their application.

Question 3

Under North Carolina law, the maximum fee a notary may charge for a single paper-based notarial act is:

Accepted Answer

$10

Answer

G.S. 10B-31 sets the maximum fee for a paper notarial act at ten dollars per act.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a statutory qualification for obtaining a NC notary commission?

Accepted Answer

Hold at least a two-year college degree

Answer

G.S. 10B-5 does not require any college degree; the educational qualification is only completing the approved notary course.

Question 5

Who has the authority to issue a notary commission in North Carolina?

Accepted Answer

The Secretary of State

Answer

The NC Secretary of State issues notary commissions; the Register of Deeds administers the oath and forwards documentation.

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