MS Notary Notary Commission and Appointment

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

18 years old

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16 years old

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21 years old

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25 years old

Question 2

How long is a Mississippi notary public commission term?

Accepted Answer

4 years

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2 years

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3 years

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5 years

Question 3

Which official issues a notary public commission in Mississippi?

Accepted Answer

The Circuit Court Clerk

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The Governor

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The Secretary of State

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The County Sheriff

Question 4

Which of the following is a residency requirement for obtaining a Mississippi notary commission?

Accepted Answer

Must be a resident of Mississippi or have a principal place of business in the state

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Must be a resident of the United States only

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Must own property in Mississippi

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Must have lived in Mississippi for at least five years

Question 5

Which of the following disqualifies an applicant from receiving a Mississippi notary commission?

Accepted Answer

Having been convicted of a felony

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Having a traffic misdemeanor on record

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Working as a self-employed individual

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Being employed part-time

Question 6

What is the required surety bond amount for a Mississippi notary public?

Accepted Answer

$5,000

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$1,000

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$2,500

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$10,000

Question 7

Before a Mississippi notary commission becomes effective, the notary must:

Accepted Answer

Take an oath of office before the circuit court clerk

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Pass a written state examination

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Complete 10 hours of continuing education

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Register with the Mississippi Bar Association