Notary Exam Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is the maximum fee a Hawai‘i notary may charge per act?
$10 (HRS §456-19)
How long is a notary commission valid?
4 years (HRS §456-3)
Which act is NOT authorized for Hawai‘i notaries?
Certifying birth certificates
Prohibited
What must appear on a Hawai‘i notary’s seal?
Name, commission number, ‘Notary Public, State of Hawai‘i’
When must a notary return their seal and journal?
Upon resignation, expiration, revocation, or death (HRS §456-15)
Penalty for notarizing without signer present?
Misdemeanor criminal offense (HRS §456-18)
Valid IDs for notarization?
Current government-issued photo ID or personal knowledge
Can you use a Social Security card as ID?
No
How long must notary journals be retained?
10 years from last entry (HRS §456-15)
When must a notary refuse to notarize?
Signer impaired, ID invalid, document blank, conflict of interest
Can a notary explain legal documents?
No — that’s legal advice unless the notary is a licensed attorney
Are remote online notarizations (RON) legal in Hawai‘i?
Yes — with AG registration and compliant technology
How soon must AG be notified of a name/address change?
Within 30 days
Commission renewal grace period?
1 year after expiration
What’s the required seal diameter?
Between 1 and 2 inches
Write a sample acknowledgment certificate.
On this ___ day of ___, 20___, before me appeared ___, personally known or proven by valid ID, who acknowledged the instrument as their free act and deed. [Signature, name, commission info, seal]
Write a sample jurat certificate.
Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me this ___ day of ___, 20___, by ___, personally known or ID proven. [Signature, name, commission info, seal]
What to do if your notary seal is stolen?
Immediately stop notarizing, notify AG in writing, describe theft, request replacement
What is the difference between a jurat and acknowledgment?
Acknowledgment: signer confirms signature. Jurat: signer swears truth under oath.
Can a notarization be performed over the phone?
No — only in-person or approved RON with video
