UTAH NOTARY PUBLIC:
CERTIFICATION, LAWS, AND
PROCEDURES. EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS (VERIFIED AND UPDATED)
What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary in Utah? - ANS At least 18 years
old.
What residency requirement must be met to apply for a notarial commission in Utah? -
ANS Must lawfully reside in Utah or be employed in the state for at least 30 days prior to
applying.
What language proficiency is required for notary applicants in Utah? - ANS Must be able to
read, write, and understand English.
What citizenship status is required to become a notary in Utah? - ANS Must be a US citizen or
have permanent resident status.
What must notaries disclose regarding their criminal history? - ANS Must list any criminal
convictions to be reviewed by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.
What is the total fee required to complete the notary application process in Utah? - ANS $95
(including a $55 administration fee and a $40 test fee).
@2026/2027 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
,What happens if a notary applicant fails the test? - ANS They can retake the test within 30
days for $40; after 30 days, they must pay the full $95 fee again.
What is the passing score required on the notary exam in Utah? - ANS 61 points or higher out
of 65 total points.
What are the top two mistakes made by notaries in Utah? - ANS 1. Leaving out the notarial
language. 2. Confusing the notarial acts.
What is required in the notarial language when notarizing a signature? - ANS The proper
language with all necessary material information must be included.
What are the three types of notarial acts defined in Utah law? - ANS 1. Jurats 2.
Acknowledgments 3. Signature Witnessing.
What does a Jurat certify? - ANS That a voluntary signature was made in the notary's
presence under an oath or affirmation.
What does an Acknowledgment certify? - ANS That a signer has admitted in the notary's
presence to voluntarily signing a document.
What does Signature Witnessing certify? - ANS That a voluntary signature was made in the
notary's presence.
What must a notary do if they execute a certificate known to be false or materially incomplete?
- ANS They may not execute such a certificate.
What is the requirement for personal appearance in notarial acts? - ANS All three acts (Jurat,
Acknowledgment, Signature Witnessing) require personal appearance and proof of identity.
@2026/2027 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, What is the consequence of leaving the notary seal and certificate with an employer upon
termination? - ANS It is considered a mistake and should not be done.
What is the role of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor in the notary application process? -
ANS They review criminal convictions and oversee the notarial commission process.
What should notaries do if they are unsure about the qualifications for notarization? -
ANS They should answer qualification questions accurately to proceed with the application.
What is the purpose of the notary bond? - ANS To protect the public from potential
misconduct by the notary.
What is the significance of the notary's official seal? - ANS It must be used in conjunction
with a notarial certificate and cannot be used independently.
What is the process for creating an account on notary.utah.gov? - ANS Create a username
and password, enter personal information, and confirm your email address.
What happens if a notary fails to require proper identification? - ANS It is considered a
mistake and can lead to issues with the notarization process.
What information must be included in a notarial certificate? - ANS The notarial language,
signer's name, and necessary details of the notarial act.
What is the first step to becoming a notary in Utah? - ANS Create an account on
notary.utah.gov.
What is the purpose of the background check in the notary application process? - ANS To
ensure the applicant meets the qualifications and has no disqualifying criminal history.
@2026/2027 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
CERTIFICATION, LAWS, AND
PROCEDURES. EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS (VERIFIED AND UPDATED)
What is the minimum age requirement to become a notary in Utah? - ANS At least 18 years
old.
What residency requirement must be met to apply for a notarial commission in Utah? -
ANS Must lawfully reside in Utah or be employed in the state for at least 30 days prior to
applying.
What language proficiency is required for notary applicants in Utah? - ANS Must be able to
read, write, and understand English.
What citizenship status is required to become a notary in Utah? - ANS Must be a US citizen or
have permanent resident status.
What must notaries disclose regarding their criminal history? - ANS Must list any criminal
convictions to be reviewed by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.
What is the total fee required to complete the notary application process in Utah? - ANS $95
(including a $55 administration fee and a $40 test fee).
@2026/2027 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
,What happens if a notary applicant fails the test? - ANS They can retake the test within 30
days for $40; after 30 days, they must pay the full $95 fee again.
What is the passing score required on the notary exam in Utah? - ANS 61 points or higher out
of 65 total points.
What are the top two mistakes made by notaries in Utah? - ANS 1. Leaving out the notarial
language. 2. Confusing the notarial acts.
What is required in the notarial language when notarizing a signature? - ANS The proper
language with all necessary material information must be included.
What are the three types of notarial acts defined in Utah law? - ANS 1. Jurats 2.
Acknowledgments 3. Signature Witnessing.
What does a Jurat certify? - ANS That a voluntary signature was made in the notary's
presence under an oath or affirmation.
What does an Acknowledgment certify? - ANS That a signer has admitted in the notary's
presence to voluntarily signing a document.
What does Signature Witnessing certify? - ANS That a voluntary signature was made in the
notary's presence.
What must a notary do if they execute a certificate known to be false or materially incomplete?
- ANS They may not execute such a certificate.
What is the requirement for personal appearance in notarial acts? - ANS All three acts (Jurat,
Acknowledgment, Signature Witnessing) require personal appearance and proof of identity.
@2026/2027 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, What is the consequence of leaving the notary seal and certificate with an employer upon
termination? - ANS It is considered a mistake and should not be done.
What is the role of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor in the notary application process? -
ANS They review criminal convictions and oversee the notarial commission process.
What should notaries do if they are unsure about the qualifications for notarization? -
ANS They should answer qualification questions accurately to proceed with the application.
What is the purpose of the notary bond? - ANS To protect the public from potential
misconduct by the notary.
What is the significance of the notary's official seal? - ANS It must be used in conjunction
with a notarial certificate and cannot be used independently.
What is the process for creating an account on notary.utah.gov? - ANS Create a username
and password, enter personal information, and confirm your email address.
What happens if a notary fails to require proper identification? - ANS It is considered a
mistake and can lead to issues with the notarization process.
What information must be included in a notarial certificate? - ANS The notarial language,
signer's name, and necessary details of the notarial act.
What is the first step to becoming a notary in Utah? - ANS Create an account on
notary.utah.gov.
What is the purpose of the background check in the notary application process? - ANS To
ensure the applicant meets the qualifications and has no disqualifying criminal history.
@2026/2027 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
