NOTARY PUBLIC REGULATIONS EXAM 2025 |160 QUESTIONS WITH
ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. If a notary public is presented with a document that has been signed prior
to acknowledgment, what must the notary ensure before proceeding with
the notarization?
The notary can proceed without the signer being present.
The notary can only notarize documents signed in their presence.
The notary must verify the document's legal validity before
acknowledgment.
The notary must ensure that the signer is present and
acknowledges their signature.
2. Describe the implications of having a notary public commission denied in
another state according to RULONA.
An applicant's previous denial has no bearing on their current
application.
An applicant can appeal the decision if denied in another state.
An applicant may be denied a notary public commission if they
were previously denied in another state, reflecting the
importance of maintaining standards across states.
An applicant will automatically receive a commission if they were
approved in another state.
3. If a notary public in the Commonwealth is presented with a document
notarized by a Federal judge, what should the notary conclude about the
validity of that document?
The document needs to be re-notarized by a Commonwealth
notary.
,The document is valid and has the same effect as if it were
notarized by a Commonwealth notary.
, The notary should reject the document as it was not notarized by
a state official.
The document is only valid for federal purposes.
4. What is the time frame within which a notary public must notify the
Department of the loss or theft of their stamping device?
30 days
10 days
15 days
5 days
5. If a notary public fails to state their fees separately, what potential
consequences could arise under RULONA?
Potential legal repercussions or disputes with clients
Mandatory training on fee regulations
Increased fees for notarial acts
Loss of notary commission
6. What action can a notary public take if an individual's signature does not
match their identification?
Can charge a higher fee
May refuse to perform the notarial act
May not question the identity
Can accept either signature
7. If a notary public notes a protest for three negotiable instruments, what
would be the total fee charged for this service?
$6
, $12
$15
$9
8. Describe the procedure a notary public must follow if their commission is
revoked according to RULONA.
The notary public must deliver their seal to the Department of
State within 10 days after receiving notice of the revocation.
The notary public must notify clients of the revocation and keep
the seal indefinitely.
The notary public must continue to use their seal until a new
commission is issued.
The notary public must destroy their seal immediately upon
revocation.
9. Describe the significance of the fee structure for notarial acts,
particularly for taking verification on oath or affirmation.
The fee structure varies significantly based on the type of notarial
act performed, making it complex for notaries.
The fee structure ensures that notarial services remain
accessible and standardized, with a specific charge of $5 for
taking verification on oath or affirmation regardless of the
number of signatures.
The fee for taking verification on oath or affirmation is determined
by the number of signatures involved, which can lead to higher
costs.
The fee is only applicable for electronic records, not for traditional
paper documents.
ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. If a notary public is presented with a document that has been signed prior
to acknowledgment, what must the notary ensure before proceeding with
the notarization?
The notary can proceed without the signer being present.
The notary can only notarize documents signed in their presence.
The notary must verify the document's legal validity before
acknowledgment.
The notary must ensure that the signer is present and
acknowledges their signature.
2. Describe the implications of having a notary public commission denied in
another state according to RULONA.
An applicant's previous denial has no bearing on their current
application.
An applicant can appeal the decision if denied in another state.
An applicant may be denied a notary public commission if they
were previously denied in another state, reflecting the
importance of maintaining standards across states.
An applicant will automatically receive a commission if they were
approved in another state.
3. If a notary public in the Commonwealth is presented with a document
notarized by a Federal judge, what should the notary conclude about the
validity of that document?
The document needs to be re-notarized by a Commonwealth
notary.
,The document is valid and has the same effect as if it were
notarized by a Commonwealth notary.
, The notary should reject the document as it was not notarized by
a state official.
The document is only valid for federal purposes.
4. What is the time frame within which a notary public must notify the
Department of the loss or theft of their stamping device?
30 days
10 days
15 days
5 days
5. If a notary public fails to state their fees separately, what potential
consequences could arise under RULONA?
Potential legal repercussions or disputes with clients
Mandatory training on fee regulations
Increased fees for notarial acts
Loss of notary commission
6. What action can a notary public take if an individual's signature does not
match their identification?
Can charge a higher fee
May refuse to perform the notarial act
May not question the identity
Can accept either signature
7. If a notary public notes a protest for three negotiable instruments, what
would be the total fee charged for this service?
$6
, $12
$15
$9
8. Describe the procedure a notary public must follow if their commission is
revoked according to RULONA.
The notary public must deliver their seal to the Department of
State within 10 days after receiving notice of the revocation.
The notary public must notify clients of the revocation and keep
the seal indefinitely.
The notary public must continue to use their seal until a new
commission is issued.
The notary public must destroy their seal immediately upon
revocation.
9. Describe the significance of the fee structure for notarial acts,
particularly for taking verification on oath or affirmation.
The fee structure varies significantly based on the type of notarial
act performed, making it complex for notaries.
The fee structure ensures that notarial services remain
accessible and standardized, with a specific charge of $5 for
taking verification on oath or affirmation regardless of the
number of signatures.
The fee for taking verification on oath or affirmation is determined
by the number of signatures involved, which can lead to higher
costs.
The fee is only applicable for electronic records, not for traditional
paper documents.
