Hawai’i State Notary Public Study Guide |
Questions with 100% Correct Answers | Verified |
Latest Update 2026
Save
Terms in this set (200)
What is the minimum age to become 18 - Per HRS chapter 456, you must be at least 18
a notary public in Hawai'i? years old to qualify as a notary public and Hawai'i.
This ensures notaries have legal maturity to handle
responsibilities.
What is the fee for submitting a $20 - the application fee for a notary commission is
notary application in Hawai'i? $20, payable to the office of the Lieutenant
Governor. This covers processing and background
checks.
A notary applicant must purchase a $1,000 - Hawai'i requires a $1000 surety bond to
surety bond of what amount? protect the public from notary errors. It typically
costs $40-$50 for a four-year term.
You're helping a native Hawaiian Hawai'i Resident - Applicants must be Hawai'i
family apply for a notary commission. residence, ensuring they're familiar with state laws
What residency requirement must and conserve, local communities, like native
they meet? Hawaiian families.
What is the term length of a Hawai'i 4 years - A notary commission lasts four years, after
notary commission? which you can renew by reapplying and passing
the exam again.
, A client asks where to submit their Lieutenant Governor's Office - The office of the
notary application. You direct them Lieutenant Governor overseas notary applications
to: in Hawai'i, processing forms and scheduling exams.
What is the exam fee for the Hawai'i $20 - The exam fee is $20, paid when scheduling
notary public exam? the test, separate from the application fee.
A native Hawaiian applicant wants to Purchase a notary seal - After passing, notaries
serve their community. What must must buy an official seal (~$50) and file their
they do after passing the exam? commission to start notarizing, serving
communities like Native Hawaiians.
How many questions are on the 40 - the exam has 40 multiple-choice questions,
Hawai'i notary public exam? testing laws, procedures, and ethics, to be
completed in 60 minutes.
What is the passing score for the 80% - You need 80% (32/40 questions) to pass,
Hawai'i notary public exam? ensuring you're well-prepared to serve as a notary.
Who administers the Hawai'i Notary Lieutenant Governor's Office - The Lieutenant
Public Exam? Governor's Office oversees the exam, ensuring
consistency and compliance with state laws.
A client asks what notaries do in Veirfy signatures and identities - Notaries ensure
Hawaii. You explain they: document authenticity by verifying signatures and
identities, not drafting documents or giving advice.
In a community meeting, you explain They prevent fraud in transactions - Notaries
why notaries are vital in Hawai'i. You protect the public by ensuring documents are
say. signed willingly and authentically, critical in Hawaii's
diverse communities.
Questions with 100% Correct Answers | Verified |
Latest Update 2026
Save
Terms in this set (200)
What is the minimum age to become 18 - Per HRS chapter 456, you must be at least 18
a notary public in Hawai'i? years old to qualify as a notary public and Hawai'i.
This ensures notaries have legal maturity to handle
responsibilities.
What is the fee for submitting a $20 - the application fee for a notary commission is
notary application in Hawai'i? $20, payable to the office of the Lieutenant
Governor. This covers processing and background
checks.
A notary applicant must purchase a $1,000 - Hawai'i requires a $1000 surety bond to
surety bond of what amount? protect the public from notary errors. It typically
costs $40-$50 for a four-year term.
You're helping a native Hawaiian Hawai'i Resident - Applicants must be Hawai'i
family apply for a notary commission. residence, ensuring they're familiar with state laws
What residency requirement must and conserve, local communities, like native
they meet? Hawaiian families.
What is the term length of a Hawai'i 4 years - A notary commission lasts four years, after
notary commission? which you can renew by reapplying and passing
the exam again.
, A client asks where to submit their Lieutenant Governor's Office - The office of the
notary application. You direct them Lieutenant Governor overseas notary applications
to: in Hawai'i, processing forms and scheduling exams.
What is the exam fee for the Hawai'i $20 - The exam fee is $20, paid when scheduling
notary public exam? the test, separate from the application fee.
A native Hawaiian applicant wants to Purchase a notary seal - After passing, notaries
serve their community. What must must buy an official seal (~$50) and file their
they do after passing the exam? commission to start notarizing, serving
communities like Native Hawaiians.
How many questions are on the 40 - the exam has 40 multiple-choice questions,
Hawai'i notary public exam? testing laws, procedures, and ethics, to be
completed in 60 minutes.
What is the passing score for the 80% - You need 80% (32/40 questions) to pass,
Hawai'i notary public exam? ensuring you're well-prepared to serve as a notary.
Who administers the Hawai'i Notary Lieutenant Governor's Office - The Lieutenant
Public Exam? Governor's Office oversees the exam, ensuring
consistency and compliance with state laws.
A client asks what notaries do in Veirfy signatures and identities - Notaries ensure
Hawaii. You explain they: document authenticity by verifying signatures and
identities, not drafting documents or giving advice.
In a community meeting, you explain They prevent fraud in transactions - Notaries
why notaries are vital in Hawai'i. You protect the public by ensuring documents are
say. signed willingly and authentically, critical in Hawaii's
diverse communities.
