North Carolina Notary Public: Rules and Regulations

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A North Carolina notary public is authorized to perform all of the following official acts EXCEPT:

Taking acknowledgments.
Attesting to photocopies of certain documents.
Drafting legal documents on behalf of a client. (correct)
Administering oaths and affirmations.

Which of the following is NOT an eligibility requirement to become a notary public in North Carolina?

Be a citizen of the United States. (correct)
Reside or have a regular place of business in North Carolina.
Be at least 18 years old.
Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.

After passing the notary public course and written exam, what is the next step in the application process?

Mailing the passing certificate to the Secretary of State.
Submitting the application form to a notary training vendor.
Taking the passing certificate to the Register of Deeds and taking an oath of office. (correct)
Awaiting notification from the Secretary of State.

How often must a notary public commission be renewed in North Carolina?

Every five years. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following must be included in a notarial certificate for each act performed?

The type of notarial act, notary's signature and commission expiration date. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum fee a North Carolina notary public can charge for a traditional notarial act, as of the latest update?

$5 per notarial act. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance is a North Carolina notary public permitted to notarize a document?

When the signer is physically present and provides proper identification. (C) Signup and view all the answers

A notary public in North Carolina is required to notify the Secretary of State of a change of address or name within how many days?

45 days. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions should a North Carolina notary public take to ensure best practices in their role?

Keep a detailed journal of all notarial acts performed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between traditional notarization and remote online notarization (RON) in North Carolina?

Traditional notarization requires the notary and signer to be in the same location, while RON allows them to be in different locations communicating via audio-video technology. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

NC Notary Public Acts

Administering oaths, taking acknowledgments, and attesting to photocopies.

Purpose of a Notary

Helps prevent fraud and ensures integrity.

NC Notary Eligibility

Must be 18+, resident/business in NC, English literate, have diploma/equivalent, and not be disqualified.