Qualifications and Commissioning Flashcards

A 17-year-old Nevada resident wants to apply for a notary commission the day before their 18th birthday. What is the outcome?

Answer: The application is denied because applicants must be at least 18 years old

Nevada law requires notary applicants to be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.

Which Nevada official is responsible for appointing notaries public?

Answer: The Secretary of State

The Nevada Secretary of State appoints and commissions all notaries public in the state.

How long does a standard Nevada notary public commission last?

Answer: Four years

A Nevada notary commission is issued for a term of four years.

What is the required amount of the surety bond a Nevada notary applicant must obtain?

Answer: $10,000

Nevada requires notaries to file a $10,000 surety bond for the term of the commission.

Where must a Nevada resident notary applicant file their surety bond and take the oath of office?

Answer: With the county clerk of the county where they reside

The bond and oath must be filed with the clerk of the county in which the notary resides.

A first-time Nevada notary applicant asks whether any education is required before applying. What is the correct answer?

Answer: Yes, they must complete a mandatory training course approved by the Secretary of State

New applicants must complete the Secretary of State's mandatory notary training course before being commissioned.

Which of the following persons is generally ineligible for a Nevada notary commission?

Answer: A person whose notary commission was revoked in another state and who fails to disclose it

Failing to disclose a prior revocation or relevant conviction is grounds for denial of a Nevada commission.