GA Notary Qualifications and Commission 2

Question 1

Where must a Georgia notary public applicant file their application?

Accepted Answer

The Clerk of the Superior Court in their county

Answer

The Georgia Secretary of State's office

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The Georgia Department of Revenue

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The local probate court

Question 2

How long is the term of a Georgia notary public commission?

Accepted Answer

4 years

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2 years

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3 years

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5 years

Question 3

Who officially issues the notary commission in Georgia?

Accepted Answer

The Clerk of the Superior Court

Answer

The Governor of Georgia

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The Georgia Attorney General

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The Georgia Secretary of State

Question 4

Before performing any notarial acts, a newly commissioned Georgia notary must:

Accepted Answer

Take and file an oath of office

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Purchase a surety bond

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Complete a state-approved training course

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Register with the Georgia Secretary of State

Question 5

What is the minimum age requirement to qualify as a Georgia notary public?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

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16 years old

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17 years old

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21 years old

Question 6

Which court's clerk is responsible for accepting Georgia notary applications in an applicant's home county?

Accepted Answer

Superior Court

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Magistrate Court

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Municipal Court

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Probate Court

Question 7

After being commissioned, a Georgia notary must have their oath of office filed with which office?

Accepted Answer

The Clerk of the Superior Court

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The Georgia Secretary of State

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The local probate judge

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The Georgia Attorney General's office