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Notary Public Exam — Core Principles

Electronic Notarization (VA): practice questions

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Question 1 · Virginia

Which location must a Virginia electronic notarial certificate show?

  1. The city or county where the principal was located
  2. The principal's state of residence and mailing address
  3. The county or city in Virginia where the notary was located
  4. The address of the technology provider
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C. The county or city in Virginia where the notary was located — Va. Code § 47.1-16(A).

Question 2 · Virginia

An electronic notary discovers the electronic seal has been stolen. What must the notary do?

  1. Only obtain a new seal from the vendor
  2. Only note the theft in the journal
  3. Notify the clerk of the circuit court within 30 days of the theft
  4. Inform law enforcement and notify the Secretary in writing
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D. Inform law enforcement and notify the Secretary in writing — Va. Code § 47.1-14(H).

Question 3 · Virginia

An electronic notary starts using updated signature technology. When must the Secretary be notified?

  1. Within 90 days, electronically
  2. Within 30 days, by mail
  3. Within 10 days, in person
  4. At the next recommission
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A. Within 90 days, electronically — Va. Code § 47.1-7(C).

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