WV Notary State-Specific Laws and Regulations 2

Question 1

Under West Virginia law, which state official is responsible for commissioning notaries public?

Accepted Answer

The Secretary of State

Answer

West Virginia Code §39-4-21 gives the Secretary of State authority to commission notaries public.

Question 2

How long is the term of a notary public commission in West Virginia?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

A West Virginia notary commission is issued for a term of five years.

Question 3

What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary public in West Virginia?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

West Virginia requires notary applicants to be at least 18 years of age.

Question 4

Which of the following would disqualify an applicant from receiving a West Virginia notary commission?

Accepted Answer

A felony conviction involving dishonesty that has not been addressed

Answer

West Virginia may deny a commission to applicants convicted of a felony or a crime involving fraud, dishonesty, or deceit.

Question 5

A West Virginia notary charges $12 to take an acknowledgment. Is this permissible?

Accepted Answer

No, because the maximum fee per notarial act is $10

Answer

West Virginia caps the fee for a notarial act at $10, so $12 exceeds the legal maximum.

(WV Notary) West Virginia Notary Exam Practice Test