AK Notary Laws and Regulations 2

Question 1

How long is a notary public commission term in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

4 years

Answer

2 years

Answer

6 years

Answer

Lifetime appointment

Question 2

Who has authority to appoint notaries public in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

The Lieutenant Governor

Answer

The Governor

Answer

The Secretary of State

Answer

The Attorney General

Question 3

What is the required surety bond amount for an Alaska notary public?

Accepted Answer

$1,000

Answer

$500

Answer

$5,000

Answer

$10,000

Question 4

Which of the following must appear on an Alaska notary public's official seal?

Accepted Answer

The notary's commission expiration date

Answer

The notary's home address

Answer

The notary's bond number

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The notary's employer's name

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

16 years old

Answer

21 years old

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25 years old

Question 6

What is the maximum fee an Alaska notary may charge per notarial act under state statute?

Accepted Answer

$5

Answer

$2

Answer

$15

Answer

$25

Question 7

An Alaska notary's commission expires on March 15. On March 16, the notary performs a notarization. This act is:

Accepted Answer

Invalid because the commission has expired

Answer

Valid if the document is backdated

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Valid within a 30-day grace period

Answer

Valid if witnessed by another notary