Colorado Notary Public — All Questions

How long is a Colorado notary public commission valid?

• a.2 years
• b.4 years✓
• c.6 years
• d.10 years

A Colorado notary commission is valid for four years. To keep serving, the notary must renew, which includes completing training and passing the exam again before the term ends.Colorado RULONA (C.R.S. Title 24, Art. 21, Part 5); Colorado Notary Handbook

Does Colorado require a notary to file a surety bond?

• a.Yes, a $15,000 bond
• b.Yes, a $25,000 bond
• c.No; Colorado does not require a notary surety bond✓
• d.Yes, a $5,000 bond

Colorado does not require notaries to obtain a surety bond. This differs from many other states, but Colorado notaries remain personally liable for misconduct, so errors-and-omissions insurance is often recommended even though it is not mandatory.Colorado RULONA (C.R.S. Title 24, Art. 21, Part 5); Colorado Notary Handbook

Which is a qualification to become a Colorado notary public?

• a.Be at least 18, be able to read and write English, and be a Colorado resident or have a primary place of employment or practice in Colorado✓
• b.Be a U.S. citizen who owns property in Colorado
• c.Hold a paralegal certificate
• d.Be at least 21 years old

A Colorado applicant must be at least 18, be able to read and write English, and either reside in Colorado or have a primary place of employment or practice in the state. Citizenship, property ownership, and professional certificates are not required.Colorado RULONA (C.R.S. Title 24, Art. 21, Part 5); Colorado Notary Handbook

Which statement about the Colorado notary exam is correct?

• a.It is a paid, closed-book, in-person test
• b.There is no exam in Colorado
• c.A perfect score is required
• d.Training and the exam are free and online through the Secretary of State, the exam is open-book, 80% is required to pass, and the certificate is valid for 90 days✓

Colorado delivers both training and the exam free through the Secretary of State's eLearning system. The exam is open-book and online, requires 80% to pass, and the certificate of completion is valid for 90 days, within which the applicant must apply for the commission.Colorado Secretary of State — Notary Training and Testing