NOTARY EXAM MC QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS 2025-2026

A Notary Public is a ______________?
NY State Officer
The real Notary Public Licensing Exam after this course is ________________?
A walk-in, 1Hr., 40 question, multiple choice exam
What score is required to pass the state exam?
70%
How many years is the Notary License good for before you must renew it and
take the exam again?
It is renewable every 4 years with no exam.
How long after your notary license expires in 4 years, can you still renew without
re-qualifying (exam)?
6 months
What is on the Notary Public's license/ID card?
Name, Notary Republic, and Registration Number
Which of the following is required to be qualified for the Notary Public license?
Good Moral Character, 18 years old, Common School Education
Which of the following convictions generally prevent a person from qualifying for
Notary Public licensing?
Dangerous weapons,Prostitution, and illegal entry of a building
Do you need to live in NY to qualify for a notary license?
No...you can be a qualified non-resident-resident using a job address.
What education level is required for a notary license?
Common School education level
Can a convicted Felon become a NY Notary Public?
Generally no, Yes... with a good conduct certificate, Yes...with an executive pardon