New York Notary Public Exam — All Questions
3 questions
How long is a New York notary commission valid?
- a.Four years✓
- b.Two years
- c.One year
- d.Ten years
A New York notary commission lasts four years. Note the separate two-year validity of the exam pass letter—an applicant must file within two years of passing. Attorneys admitted in New York are exempt from the exam.
Who is exempt from the New York notary exam?
- a.Anyone over 60
- b.Attorneys admitted to practice in New York✓
- c.County clerks' relatives
- d.Real-estate agents
New York attorneys admitted to practice in the state are exempt from the notary exam and may be appointed without taking it. Most other applicants must pass the exam, which is valid for two years, and be a resident or have a NY office.
A New York applicant must be a resident of New York OR:
- a.A US citizen only
- b.Over age 21
- c.Have an office or place of business in New York✓
- d.A registered voter
An applicant must be a New York resident or have an office or place of business in New York. This lets non-resident professionals who work in New York qualify. The notary may then act anywhere within the state.