NE Notary - Nebraska Notary The Official Notary Seal Questions and Answers

Question 1

A newly commissioned Nebraska notary is ordering their official seal. Which of the following is the only acceptable type of seal for performing official notarial acts in Nebraska?

Accepted Answer

An ink stamp seal.

Answer

A metal embosser that creates a raised impression.

Answer

Either an ink stamp or a metal embosser.

Answer

A digital seal provided by the Secretary of State.

Question 2

A Nebraska notary's commission expires on June 30, 2028. They are notarizing a document on March 15, 2026. Which of the following is NOT a required element on their official ink stamp seal?

Accepted Answer

The notary's commission number.

Answer

The notary's commission expiration date.

Answer

The words "State of Nebraska".

Answer

The notary's name as it appears on their commission.

Question 3

When a Nebraska notary changes their name after marriage, they decide to continue notarizing using their old seal and signing their former name until their commission expires. According to the Secretary of State's guidance, what is the correct course of action?

Accepted Answer

This is the correct procedure; they can use the old seal and name until renewal.

Answer

Immediately cease all notarial acts until a new seal with the new name is obtained.

Answer

They must obtain a new seal immediately but can continue signing their old name.

Answer

They must cross out the old name on the seal and write in the new name for each notarization.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the physical characteristics of the official notary seal in Nebraska?

Accepted Answer

The seal's shape is not specified, but the impression must be clear and legible.

Answer

The seal must be a circular shape with a diameter of exactly 1.5 inches.

Answer

The seal must use black ink exclusively.

Answer

The seal must be a rectangular shape and may not exceed 2 inches in length.

Question 5

A Nebraska notary's ink stamp seal is accidentally lost. What is the notary's immediate required action?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Secretary of State in writing about the loss.

Answer

Order a new seal and wait for it to arrive before taking any action.

Answer

Continue notarizing by writing the required information by hand.

Answer

File a report with the local police department within 24 hours.

Question 6

A Nebraska notary is performing an electronic notarization. How do the requirements for the electronic seal compare to the traditional ink stamp seal?

Accepted Answer

The electronic seal must include the Great Seal of the State of Nebraska for added security.

Answer

The electronic seal only needs the notary's name and commission number.

Answer

The electronic seal is not required if the notary's digital certificate is attached.

Answer

The electronic seal must contain the same information as the physical ink stamp seal.