NC Notary Notary Public Laws and Regulations 2

Question 1

Under NCGS Chapter 10B, a North Carolina notary's commission term lasts:

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

A North Carolina notary commission lasts 5 years from the date of commissioning. To continue acting as a notary after that, the notary must apply for a new commission before the current one expires.

Question 2

Which state agency is responsible for commissioning North Carolina notaries?

Accepted Answer

NC Secretary of State

Answer

The North Carolina Secretary of State is responsible for commissioning notaries public under NCGS Chapter 10B. The NC SOS Notary Public Section processes applications, issues commissions, and maintains notary records.

Question 3

A North Carolina notary who changes their county of residence must:

Accepted Answer

Notify the NC SOS within 30 days and re-file an oath and bond in the new county

Answer

When a NC notary moves to a different county, they must notify the NC SOS within 30 days of the move and file a new oath and bond in their new county of residence. The existing commission remains valid throughout NC.

Question 4

Under NCGS Chapter 10B, a North Carolina notary commission is valid:

Accepted Answer

Statewide, in all 100 counties of North Carolina

Answer

A North Carolina notary commission is valid statewide. The notary may perform notarial acts anywhere within the borders of North Carolina, regardless of which county their oath was filed in.

Question 5

Which of the following is a required qualification to become a North Carolina notary public?

Accepted Answer

Be at least 18 years old and a resident of North Carolina

Answer

Under NCGS §10B-5, to be commissioned as a NC notary, an applicant must be at least 18 years of age and a resident of North Carolina. No law degree or college degree is required, and US citizenship is not required (lawful permanent residents may apply).

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NC Notary Notary Public Laws and Regulations 2