ND Notary Notary Appointment and Commission Requirements

Question 1

How long is the term of a notary public commission in North Dakota?

Accepted Answer

6 years

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2 years

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4 years

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10 years

Question 2

Who has the authority to appoint notaries public in North Dakota?

Accepted Answer

The Secretary of State

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The Governor

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The State Supreme Court

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County Clerks

Question 3

What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a North Dakota notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

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16 years old

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21 years old

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25 years old

Question 4

Which residency requirement must an applicant meet to obtain a North Dakota notary commission?

Accepted Answer

Must be a resident of North Dakota OR regularly employed in the state

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Must be a North Dakota native

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Must reside in North Dakota for at least 5 years

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Must own property in North Dakota

Question 5

What geographic area may a North Dakota notary public perform notarial acts within?

Accepted Answer

Statewide throughout North Dakota

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Only in the county where they reside

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Only in counties where they are registered

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In any state that has reciprocity with North Dakota

Question 6

What happens to a North Dakota notary commission if the notary permanently relocates outside of North Dakota and is no longer employed there?

Accepted Answer

The commission is automatically vacated

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The commission continues until its expiration date

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The notary has 90 days to transfer the commission

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The commission can be renewed remotely

Question 7

Which of the following is a step a newly appointed North Dakota notary must complete before performing any notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

Take and file an oath of office

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Complete 40 hours of classroom training

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Register with the county sheriff

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Publish notice of appointment in a local newspaper