OK NOTARY Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. Which of the following actions is explicitly prohibited regarding an Oklahoma notary's official seal? → Permitting another person to use the notary's seal to stamp documents
2. Which ethical principle requires an Oklahoma notary to treat all clients equally regardless of background? → The principle of impartiality
3. Oklahoma's Remote Online Notarization law went into effect in which year? → 2019
4. What information is typically recorded in a notary journal entry in Oklahoma? → The date, type of document, and signer’s name
5. What should an Oklahoma notary do with an older seal when they order a new replacement seal before the original wears out? → Destroy the old seal immediately so it cannot be misused
6. An Oklahoma notary who is a real estate agent notarizes a deed in which they earn a commission. This is: → A prohibited conflict of interest that requires recusal
7. If an Oklahoma notary moves to another county, what must they do? → Notify both the old and new county clerks and re-file their bond
8. An Oklahoma notary is sued because they failed to verify a signer's identity and the document was fraudulent. Under which theory may the notary be liable? → Negligence
9. Which shapes are permitted for an Oklahoma notary's official seal or stamp? → Circular or rectangular only
10. Under Oklahoma's RON law, where is the notary deemed to have performed the notarial act? → In Oklahoma, regardless of where the signer is located
11. An Oklahoma notary is asked to notarize an affidavit but the signer refuses to take an oath. What should the notary do? → Offer an affirmation as an alternative; if both are refused, decline to notarize
12. A government agency instructs its notary employee to charge no fee for public services. Is this permissible? → Yes, employers may set fee policies for their notaries
13. Which of the following would most likely render an Oklahoma notary seal impression defective? → Producing an illegible impression where required information cannot be read
14. Which action best demonstrates an Oklahoma notary upholding their ethical duty of confidentiality? → Keeping the contents of notarized documents private from unauthorized third parties
15. Under Oklahoma law, where should an Oklahoma notary store their official seal when not in use? → In a secure location accessible only to the notary
16. What is the primary legal purpose of requiring an official seal on Oklahoma notarized documents? → To authenticate the notary's official identity and confirm their commissioned authority
17. May an Oklahoma notary charge a travel fee in addition to the notarial fee? → Yes, if agreed upon in advance and reasonable
18. If an Oklahoma notary's RON platform becomes unavailable mid-session, what should the notary do? → Terminate the session and reschedule using an approved platform
19. What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary public in Oklahoma? → 18 years old
20. Which of the following is a disqualifying factor for an Oklahoma notary application? → Having a felony conviction without restoration of civil rights
21. An Oklahoma notary is asked by their employer to backdate a notarization. What should the notary do? → Refuse, as backdating is illegal and grounds for commission revocation
22. In Oklahoma, who may administer an oath or affirmation? → Notaries public, among other authorized officials
23. What is the primary purpose of an acknowledgment in a notarial act? → To verify the signer's identity and intent
24. If an Oklahoma notary performs two acknowledgments in one sitting for the same document, how much may they charge? → $5 per signature acknowledged, up to $10
25. How long is a notary public in Oklahoma required to retain their notary journal after the last notarization? → 7 years
26. Where must the notary's surety bond be filed after commissioning in Oklahoma? → County clerk of the notary's county of residence
27. What must an Oklahoma notary do upon resignation from their commission? → Submit written resignation to the Secretary of State and surrender the commission
28. Under Oklahoma law, which type of sealing device is an Oklahoma notary permitted to use? → Either an inked rubber stamp or a crimping embosser
29. Which document serves as proof of an Oklahoma notary commission? → The commission certificate issued by the Secretary of State
30. What is the application fee to become an Oklahoma notary public? → $10