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Notary Public Exam — Core Principles

Remote notarization (HI): practice questions

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Question 1 · Hawaii

How long must the audiovisual recording of a remote notarial act be retained, unless a rule sets another period?

  1. At least five years after it is made by the notary
  2. Until the commission expires
  3. At least ten years after it is made
  4. Three years after the last journal entry
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C. At least ten years after it is made — HRS 456-23(e); HAR 5-11-73(f).

Question 2 · Hawaii

When does a Hawaii remote online notary public commission expire?

  1. When the digital certificate lapses or is revoked
  2. On the same date as the notary's commission
  3. Two years after the remote commission is issued
  4. Four years after the remote commission is issued
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B. On the same date as the notary's commission — HAR 5-11-66.

Question 3 · Hawaii

Absent personal knowledge or a credible witness, how does a Hawaii remote online notary establish a remotely located individual's identity?

  1. A signed identity statement emailed in advance
  2. At least two different types of identity proofing
  3. A single quiz
  4. A photo ID held up to the camera, with nothing more
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B. At least two different types of identity proofing — HRS 456-23(b)(1)(C); HAR 5-11-69(a).

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