ND Notary Notary Appointment and Commission Requirements 3

Question 1

What is the maximum fee a North Dakota notary public may charge for each notarial act performed?

Accepted Answer

$5.00

Answer

North Dakota law caps the fee a notary may charge at $5.00 per notarial act under NDCC 44-06-09.

Question 2

For which reason may the North Dakota Secretary of State revoke a notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

Conviction of a felony offense

Answer

A felony conviction is grounds for revocation of a North Dakota notary commission because it reflects on the notary's fitness for the office.

Question 3

A North Dakota notary who has allowed their commission to expire performs a notarization. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

The notarization is invalid because the commission has lapsed

Answer

An expired commission conveys no authority; any notarial act performed after expiration is invalid and has no legal effect.

Question 4

Which category of individuals is NOT eligible to apply for a North Dakota notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

A convicted felon whose civil rights have not been restored

Answer

A person whose civil rights have not been restored following a felony conviction does not meet the character requirements for a notary commission.

Question 5

When a North Dakota notary commission is issued, when may the notary begin performing notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

After the oath and surety bond have been properly filed with the Secretary of State

Answer

The commission only becomes effective after the notary's oath and surety bond are filed with the Secretary of State, not simply upon issuance.

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