Application & Appointment Flashcards
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What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary public in Pennsylvania?
Answer: 18 years old
According to the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (RULONA), an individual must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for a notary public commission in Pennsylvania.
Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for a Pennsylvania notary applicant?
Answer: Be a resident of or have a place of employment in Pennsylvania.
An applicant for a notary commission must either be a resident of Pennsylvania or have a place of employment or practice within the Commonwealth.
How many hours of pre-approved notary education must a first-time applicant complete?
Answer: 3 hours
A new applicant for a notary public commission in Pennsylvania is required to complete a three-hour pre-approved basic education course within the six months immediately preceding their application.
What is the standard term of a notary public commission in Pennsylvania?
Answer: 4 years
A notary public commission in Pennsylvania is valid for a term of four years, beginning on the date of appointment.
An applicant for a notary commission will be disqualified if they have been convicted of a felony or a lesser offense involving what?
Answer: Fraud, dishonesty, or deceit
The Department of State will deny an application if the applicant has been convicted of, or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to, a felony or a lesser offense involving fraud, dishonesty, or deceit.
After passing the exam, to which entity does a prospective notary submit their application?
Answer: The Department of State
The completed notary public application, along with the required fees and proof of education, is submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of State for review and approval.
A notary seeking reappointment must complete how many hours of continuing education?
Answer: 3 hours within six months of applying for reappointment
A notary applying for reappointment must complete a three-hour continuing education course within the six months immediately preceding their application for reappointment.