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  1. Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for an individual applying for a Notary Public commission in Indiana?

    Answer: Be a legal resident of Indiana or be primarily employed in Indiana.

    To become a notary in Indiana, an applicant must be at least 18 years old and either be a legal resident of the state or have their primary place of employment in Indiana. While a driver's license can be a form of ID, it's not a strict requirement, and there is no voting registration requirement.

  2. An applicant for an Indiana notary commission was convicted of a crime five years ago. Which of the following convictions would automatically disqualify them from being commissioned?

    Answer: A conviction for which the sentence imposed was seven months.

    Indiana law disqualifies individuals from receiving a notary commission if they have a conviction where the sentence imposed exceeded six months. A seven-month sentence falls into this disqualifying category.

  3. A 19-year-old college student lives in Ohio but works a full-time job in Richmond, Indiana. They are a U.S. citizen with no criminal record. Are they eligible to become an Indiana Notary Public?

    Answer: Yes, because their primary employment is in Indiana and they meet the other qualifications.

    Indiana law allows for non-residents to become notaries if their primary place of employment is within the state. Since the student works full-time in Indiana and meets the age (18 or older) and other requirements, they are eligible.

  4. What must all new applicants for an Indiana Notary Public commission do as part of the application process?

    Answer: Complete a state-approved education course and pass an exam.

    All new applicants for an Indiana notary commission are required to complete a specific education course and pass an examination administered online through the state's INBiz portal.

  5. Which of the following documents is an applicant required to obtain and submit to the Indiana Secretary of State when applying for a notary commission?

    Answer: A $25,000 surety bond.

    Indiana law mandates that all notary applicants must secure a $25,000 surety bond for the 8-year term of the commission. A copy of this bond must be submitted with the application.

  6. An individual is considering applying to be an Indiana notary. Which of the following would NOT be a reason for disqualification?

    Answer: A previous misdemeanor conviction from 10 years ago with a 3-month sentence.

    Indiana law disqualifies applicants for convictions involving deceit, dishonesty, or fraud, or for convictions where the sentence exceeded six months. A 3-month sentence does not meet this specific disqualification threshold. Holding a lucrative public office is also a disqualifier.