TEXAS NOTARY PUBLIC EXAM – PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
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Core Domains
Notary Qualifications and Appointment
Prohibited Acts and Misconduct
Notarial Certificates and Wording
Recordkeeping and the Notary Journal
Identification Procedures and Standards
Fees and Remittances
Electronic Notarization Regulations
Oath and Affirmation Administration
Introduction
This comprehensive practice assessment is designed to prepare candidates for the rigors
of the Texas Notary Public commission requirements and the operational standards
expected of state officials. The purpose of this exam is to ensure a deep understanding of
the Texas Government Code, the Texas Administrative Code, and the ethical obligations
inherent in the office. This assessment evaluates foundational legal knowledge,
procedural accuracy, and the ability to apply statutory mandates to real-world scenarios.
Through a series of multiple-choice and complex situation-based questions, candidates
will demonstrate their proficiency in identifying signers, maintaining accurate records,
and preventing fraudulent activities within the state's jurisdiction.
1. What is the maximum fee a Texas Notary Public may charge for a protest of a bill
or note for non-acceptance or non-payment, including all related notices?
,A. $1.00
B. $2.50
C. $4.00
D. $5.00
🟢 C. $4.00
🔴 RATIONALE: Under Texas Government Code § 406.024, the set fee for a protest of a
bill or note, which includes the protest and all notices of protest, is capped at $4.00.
2. A notary's seal must be a circular form of not more than:
A. One inch in diameter
B. Two inches in diameter
C. Three inches in diameter
D. One and a half inches in diameter
🟢 B. Two inches in diameter
🔴 RATIONALE: Texas law specifies that the official seal of a notary public must be a
circular form of not more than two inches in diameter or a rectangular form of not
more than one inch in width and 2-1/2 inches in length.
3. Which of the following is a requirement for a person to be eligible for
appointment as a Texas Notary Public?
A. Must be a licensed attorney
B. Must be at least 18 years of age
C. Must have been a Texas resident for 5 years
D. Must be a registered voter of the county of appointment
,🟢 B. Must be at least 18 years of age
🔴 RATIONALE: To be eligible for appointment, an individual must be at least 18 years
of age and a legal resident of the State of Texas; professional licensure or long-term
residency is not required.
4. A Texas Notary Public has been asked to notarize a document for a signer who
does not have any government-issued identification but is known to the Notary's
brother. Can the Notary proceed?
A. Yes, based on the brother's recommendation
B. Yes, if the brother acts as a credible witness
C. No, because the Notary does not personally know the signer
D. No, unless the signer is personally known to the Notary or identified by a credible
witness known to the Notary
🟢 D. No, unless the signer is personally known to the Notary or identified by a
credible witness known to the Notary
🔴 RATIONALE: Texas statutes require identification either through personal
knowledge of the Notary or by the oath of a credible witness who is personally known
to the Notary.
5. When performing a jurat, the Notary Public must:
A. Merely witness the signature
B. Administer an oath or affirmation to the signer
C. Verify the document was signed three days prior
D. Ensure the document is recorded with the Secretary of State
, 🟢 B. Administer an oath or affirmation to the signer
🔴 RATIONALE: A jurat requires that the signer swear or affirm that the contents of the
document are true, necessitating the administration of an oath or affirmation.
6. If a Notary Public changes their legal name, they must notify the Secretary of
State within:
A. 10 days
B. 30 days
C. 60 days
D. 90 days
🟢 B. 30 days
🔴 RATIONALE: Texas law requires a Notary Public to notify the Secretary of State of a
change of name or address within 30 days of the change.
7. Which of the following details is NOT required to be included in a Notary’s
record book for each notarial act?
A. The date of the instrument
B. The fee charged for the notarial act
C. The social security number of the signer
D. A brief description of the document
🟢 C. The social security number of the signer
🔴 RATIONALE: Recording a signer's social security number in a notary journal is not
required and is discouraged for privacy and security reasons under Texas
recordkeeping standards.
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF.
Core Domains
Notary Qualifications and Appointment
Prohibited Acts and Misconduct
Notarial Certificates and Wording
Recordkeeping and the Notary Journal
Identification Procedures and Standards
Fees and Remittances
Electronic Notarization Regulations
Oath and Affirmation Administration
Introduction
This comprehensive practice assessment is designed to prepare candidates for the rigors
of the Texas Notary Public commission requirements and the operational standards
expected of state officials. The purpose of this exam is to ensure a deep understanding of
the Texas Government Code, the Texas Administrative Code, and the ethical obligations
inherent in the office. This assessment evaluates foundational legal knowledge,
procedural accuracy, and the ability to apply statutory mandates to real-world scenarios.
Through a series of multiple-choice and complex situation-based questions, candidates
will demonstrate their proficiency in identifying signers, maintaining accurate records,
and preventing fraudulent activities within the state's jurisdiction.
1. What is the maximum fee a Texas Notary Public may charge for a protest of a bill
or note for non-acceptance or non-payment, including all related notices?
,A. $1.00
B. $2.50
C. $4.00
D. $5.00
🟢 C. $4.00
🔴 RATIONALE: Under Texas Government Code § 406.024, the set fee for a protest of a
bill or note, which includes the protest and all notices of protest, is capped at $4.00.
2. A notary's seal must be a circular form of not more than:
A. One inch in diameter
B. Two inches in diameter
C. Three inches in diameter
D. One and a half inches in diameter
🟢 B. Two inches in diameter
🔴 RATIONALE: Texas law specifies that the official seal of a notary public must be a
circular form of not more than two inches in diameter or a rectangular form of not
more than one inch in width and 2-1/2 inches in length.
3. Which of the following is a requirement for a person to be eligible for
appointment as a Texas Notary Public?
A. Must be a licensed attorney
B. Must be at least 18 years of age
C. Must have been a Texas resident for 5 years
D. Must be a registered voter of the county of appointment
,🟢 B. Must be at least 18 years of age
🔴 RATIONALE: To be eligible for appointment, an individual must be at least 18 years
of age and a legal resident of the State of Texas; professional licensure or long-term
residency is not required.
4. A Texas Notary Public has been asked to notarize a document for a signer who
does not have any government-issued identification but is known to the Notary's
brother. Can the Notary proceed?
A. Yes, based on the brother's recommendation
B. Yes, if the brother acts as a credible witness
C. No, because the Notary does not personally know the signer
D. No, unless the signer is personally known to the Notary or identified by a credible
witness known to the Notary
🟢 D. No, unless the signer is personally known to the Notary or identified by a
credible witness known to the Notary
🔴 RATIONALE: Texas statutes require identification either through personal
knowledge of the Notary or by the oath of a credible witness who is personally known
to the Notary.
5. When performing a jurat, the Notary Public must:
A. Merely witness the signature
B. Administer an oath or affirmation to the signer
C. Verify the document was signed three days prior
D. Ensure the document is recorded with the Secretary of State
, 🟢 B. Administer an oath or affirmation to the signer
🔴 RATIONALE: A jurat requires that the signer swear or affirm that the contents of the
document are true, necessitating the administration of an oath or affirmation.
6. If a Notary Public changes their legal name, they must notify the Secretary of
State within:
A. 10 days
B. 30 days
C. 60 days
D. 90 days
🟢 B. 30 days
🔴 RATIONALE: Texas law requires a Notary Public to notify the Secretary of State of a
change of name or address within 30 days of the change.
7. Which of the following details is NOT required to be included in a Notary’s
record book for each notarial act?
A. The date of the instrument
B. The fee charged for the notarial act
C. The social security number of the signer
D. A brief description of the document
🟢 C. The social security number of the signer
🔴 RATIONALE: Recording a signer's social security number in a notary journal is not
required and is discouraged for privacy and security reasons under Texas
recordkeeping standards.
