Public Duties and Responsibilities Flashcards
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What is the term length of an Indiana notary public commission?
Answer: 8 years
Indiana notary public commissions are granted for a term of 8 years, one of the longest commission terms in the United States.
Who appoints Indiana notary publics?
Answer: The Governor
The Governor of Indiana appoints notary publics, though applications are processed through the Secretary of State's office.
What are the basic qualifications to become a notary public in Indiana?
Answer: Must be at least 18 years old, a legal resident of Indiana, and able to read and write English
Indiana requires notary applicants to be at least 18 years old, legal residents of Indiana, and able to read and write English.
What is the maximum fee an Indiana notary may charge for performing a notarial act?
Answer: $10 per act
Indiana law sets the maximum notary fee at $10 per notarial act performed.
Can an Indiana notary commission be revoked? If so, by whom?
Answer: Yes, by the Secretary of State for cause including misconduct or violation of notary law
The Indiana Secretary of State has the authority to revoke or suspend a notary commission for misconduct, fraud, or violations of notary law.
What geographic limitation applies to an Indiana notary performing notarial acts?
Answer: They can act anywhere within the state of Indiana
Indiana notary commissions authorize the notary to perform notarial acts anywhere within the geographic boundaries of the state of Indiana.