NM Notary Notary Commission Requirements 2

Question 1

Under New Mexico's Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (RULONA), what is the minimum age to apply for a notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

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19 years old

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21 years old

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16 years old

Question 2

Which state official is responsible for commissioning notaries public in New Mexico?

Accepted Answer

The Secretary of State

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The county clerk

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The Governor

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The Attorney General

Question 3

A person who lives in Texas but is regularly employed at a business in Las Cruces, New Mexico wants a NM notary commission. Is this allowed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, having a place of employment or practice in New Mexico qualifies

Answer

No, only New Mexico residents may be commissioned

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No, unless the applicant owns property in New Mexico

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Yes, but only with a waiver from the Governor

Question 4

What is the term length of a New Mexico notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

Four years

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Two years

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Six years

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Ten years

Question 5

What language ability must an applicant for a New Mexico notary commission demonstrate?

Accepted Answer

The ability to read and write English

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Fluency in both English and Spanish

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The ability to speak English only

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No language requirement exists

Question 6

What surety bond amount must a New Mexico notary public applicant obtain?

Accepted Answer

$10,000

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$5,000

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$1,000

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$25,000

Question 7

Who does a New Mexico notary's surety bond primarily protect?

Accepted Answer

Members of the public harmed by the notary's misconduct

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The Secretary of State's operating budget

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The notary against personal lawsuits

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The notary's employer against theft