3/21/26, 11:26 AM NC NOTARY PUBLIC TEST PREP QUESTIONS
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Which of the following is NOT a statutory requirement for becoming a notary
public in North Carolina?
A) Residing legally in the United States.
B) Holding at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
C) Being a registered voter in North Carolina.
D) Passing the notary public course with at least 80% on the final exam.
C
How might a disciplinary history with the North Carolina State Bar affect an
individual's eligibility to become a notary?
A) The individual is automatically disqualified from becoming a notary.
B) The individual must disclose the discipline and may face additional scrutiny.
C) The individual must obtain a character reference from the Bar.
D) The discipline has no effect on notary eligibility.
B
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,3/21/26, 11:26 AM NC NOTARY PUBLIC TEST PREP QUESTIONS
Which of the following conditions must be met for a notary public applicant to
legally work in North Carolina without residing in the state?
A) The applicant must hold dual residency in North Carolina and another state.
B) The applicant must have a registered business in North Carolina.
C) The applicant must be a U.S. citizen residing in a neighboring state.
D) The applicant must have a regular place of work or business in North Carolina.
D
Under North Carolina law, how long must an applicant wait to apply for a notary
public commission after being released from probation for a felony
conviction?
A) 5 years
B) 10 years
C) 7 years
D) 12 years
B
A notary's commission has been expired for 15 months. What must they do?
A) Take an online exam to renew the commission.
B) Pay an additional late fee and renew without taking an exam.
C) Retake the six-hour notary public course before reapplying.
D) Submit a special waiver to bypass additional requirements.
C
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,3/21/26, 11:26 AM NC NOTARY PUBLIC TEST PREP QUESTIONS
What happens if a notary fails the online re-commissioning exam?
A) The notary must retake the entire notary public course.
B) The notary can retake the exam after a 30-day waiting period.
C) The notary must attend a review session before retaking the exam.
D) The notary must retake the exam and pass with at least 90%.
B
An applicant delays taking the notary oath beyond the commission issue date.
What is the consequence?
A) The applicant's commission is immediately revoked, and they must reapply.
B) The applicant must take the oath and pay a late fee.
C) The applicant's commission becomes void, and the process must start over.
D) The applicant receives a grace period to take the oath without penalty.
C
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, 3/21/26, 11:26 AM NC NOTARY PUBLIC TEST PREP QUESTIONS
Which of the following disqualifies an individual from being appointed as a
notary public in North Carolina?
A) Conviction of a misdemeanor involving dishonesty.
B) Conviction of a felony under federal law, with citizenship rights restored.
C) Removal from public office by impeachment, with citizenship rights restored.
D) Conviction of a felony under North Carolina law, with citizenship rights not
restored.
D
Which of the following individuals is exempt from taking the mandatory notary
public course required in North Carolina?
A) A person with a PhD in Law from a recognized university.
B) A certified public accountant (CPA) licensed in North Carolina.
C) A member of the North Carolina State Bar.
D) A person with a master's degree in Public Administration.
C
Which of the following scenarios could allow an individual to reapply for a notary
public commission despite a previous disqualification?
A) A felony conviction for embezzlement, with no subsequent criminal
record for 5 years.
B) A felony conviction, with all citizenship rights restored 12 years ago.
C) A misdemeanor conviction for fraud, with no subsequent criminal record for 7
years.
D) Removal from public office due to corruption, with citizenship rights
restored 8 years ago.
B
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NC NOTARY PUBLIC TEST PREP QUESTIONS Test Bank Exam
2026 \Newest Version Most Recent Exam Actual
Complete Real Exam 200 Questions And Correct
Answers (Verified Answers) Already Graded A+ ||
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2026-2027
Which of the following is NOT a statutory requirement for becoming a notary
public in North Carolina?
A) Residing legally in the United States.
B) Holding at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
C) Being a registered voter in North Carolina.
D) Passing the notary public course with at least 80% on the final exam.
C
How might a disciplinary history with the North Carolina State Bar affect an
individual's eligibility to become a notary?
A) The individual is automatically disqualified from becoming a notary.
B) The individual must disclose the discipline and may face additional scrutiny.
C) The individual must obtain a character reference from the Bar.
D) The discipline has no effect on notary eligibility.
B
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,3/21/26, 11:26 AM NC NOTARY PUBLIC TEST PREP QUESTIONS
Which of the following conditions must be met for a notary public applicant to
legally work in North Carolina without residing in the state?
A) The applicant must hold dual residency in North Carolina and another state.
B) The applicant must have a registered business in North Carolina.
C) The applicant must be a U.S. citizen residing in a neighboring state.
D) The applicant must have a regular place of work or business in North Carolina.
D
Under North Carolina law, how long must an applicant wait to apply for a notary
public commission after being released from probation for a felony
conviction?
A) 5 years
B) 10 years
C) 7 years
D) 12 years
B
A notary's commission has been expired for 15 months. What must they do?
A) Take an online exam to renew the commission.
B) Pay an additional late fee and renew without taking an exam.
C) Retake the six-hour notary public course before reapplying.
D) Submit a special waiver to bypass additional requirements.
C
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,3/21/26, 11:26 AM NC NOTARY PUBLIC TEST PREP QUESTIONS
What happens if a notary fails the online re-commissioning exam?
A) The notary must retake the entire notary public course.
B) The notary can retake the exam after a 30-day waiting period.
C) The notary must attend a review session before retaking the exam.
D) The notary must retake the exam and pass with at least 90%.
B
An applicant delays taking the notary oath beyond the commission issue date.
What is the consequence?
A) The applicant's commission is immediately revoked, and they must reapply.
B) The applicant must take the oath and pay a late fee.
C) The applicant's commission becomes void, and the process must start over.
D) The applicant receives a grace period to take the oath without penalty.
C
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, 3/21/26, 11:26 AM NC NOTARY PUBLIC TEST PREP QUESTIONS
Which of the following disqualifies an individual from being appointed as a
notary public in North Carolina?
A) Conviction of a misdemeanor involving dishonesty.
B) Conviction of a felony under federal law, with citizenship rights restored.
C) Removal from public office by impeachment, with citizenship rights restored.
D) Conviction of a felony under North Carolina law, with citizenship rights not
restored.
D
Which of the following individuals is exempt from taking the mandatory notary
public course required in North Carolina?
A) A person with a PhD in Law from a recognized university.
B) A certified public accountant (CPA) licensed in North Carolina.
C) A member of the North Carolina State Bar.
D) A person with a master's degree in Public Administration.
C
Which of the following scenarios could allow an individual to reapply for a notary
public commission despite a previous disqualification?
A) A felony conviction for embezzlement, with no subsequent criminal
record for 5 years.
B) A felony conviction, with all citizenship rights restored 12 years ago.
C) A misdemeanor conviction for fraud, with no subsequent criminal record for 7
years.
D) Removal from public office due to corruption, with citizenship rights
restored 8 years ago.
B
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