IL Notary State Laws and Regulations

Question 1

How long is the term of commission for an Illinois notary public?

Accepted Answer

4 years

Answer

1 year

Answer

2 years

Answer

6 years

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a required element of an Illinois notary public’s official seal or stamp?

Accepted Answer

The notary's office address

Answer

The notary's name

Answer

The notary's commission number

Answer

The notary’s commission expiration date

Question 3

In Illinois, which of the following documents requires the notary to include the notarial certificate in their journal?

Accepted Answer

A document that requires an acknowledgment

Answer

A will

Answer

A power of attorney

Answer

A real estate deed

Question 4

What should an Illinois notary do if they move to a different address during their commission term?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Secretary of State of the address change within 30 days

Answer

Nothing, as the address change does not affect the notary commission

Answer

Reapply for a new notary commission with the updated address

Answer

Submit a written request to have their seal updated with the new address

Question 5

When must an Illinois notary complete and submit their bond to the Secretary of State?

Accepted Answer

Before taking the oath of office

Answer

Within 30 days of receiving their commission

Answer

Within 60 days after the end of their commission term

Answer

After their commission has been approved