OR Notary Oregon Notary Commission Application and Renewal 3

Question 1

If an Oregon notary changes their name due to marriage, what must they do?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Secretary of State in writing within 30 days

Answer

Immediately stop all notarial acts permanently

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Apply for a brand new commission at no charge

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Continue using the old name seal until commission renewal

Question 2

What language proficiency is required for an Oregon notary commission applicant?

Accepted Answer

Ability to read and write English

Answer

Fluency in at least two languages

Answer

Passing score on an Oregon notary exam

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Fluency in any single language

Question 3

When may an Oregon notary begin performing notarial acts using a new commission issued upon renewal?

Accepted Answer

Immediately upon receipt of the new commission

Answer

30 days before the old commission expires

Answer

On the first day after the old commission expires

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After filing the new commission with the county recorder

Question 4

Which of the following acts would likely result in the denial of an Oregon notary application?

Accepted Answer

Having a commission revoked in Oregon 8 years ago

Answer

Working as a paralegal

Answer

Living in Washington state but working in Portland, Oregon

Answer

Being 22 years old with no prior notary experience

Question 5

How does an Oregon notary commission applicant submit their application?

Accepted Answer

Online or by mail to the Oregon Secretary of State

Answer

In person at the county courthouse only

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Through the Oregon State Bar exclusively

Answer

By appointment with a circuit court judge

Question 6

What type of business entity qualification allows a non-Oregon resident to hold an Oregon notary commission?

Accepted Answer

Having a regular place of business or employment in Oregon

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Owning rental property in Oregon

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Being registered in Oregon as a foreign corporation

Answer

Holding an Oregon professional license in any field