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Notary Public Exam — Core Principles

Remote Notarization (KY): practice questions

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Question 1 · Kentucky

What happens to a Kentucky notary's online notary registration when the notary's commission expires?

  1. It continues for one year
  2. It converts to a new commission
  3. It is suspended by operation of law
  4. It must be transferred to the employer
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C. It is suspended by operation of law — KRS 423.390(15).

Question 2 · Kentucky

Where must a Kentucky online notary be physically located while performing an electronic notarization?

  1. Anywhere in the United States
  2. In the county of commission
  3. Anywhere, if the signer is in Kentucky
  4. In Kentucky
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D. In Kentucky — KRS 423.355(2).

Question 3 · Kentucky

What statement does KRS 423.455(4) allow on a short-form certificate for a notarial act done by communication technology?

  1. "Remotely witnessed under KRS Chapter 423."
  2. "The signer appeared before the notary by live audio-video conference."
  3. "This notarial act involved the use of communication technology."
  4. "Performed electronically by an online notary."
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C. "This notarial act involved the use of communication technology." — KRS 423.455(4)(b).

Question 4 · Kentucky

Without personal knowledge or a credible witness, how may a Kentucky notary identify a remotely located individual under KRS 423.455?

  1. By viewing a single photo ID on camera
  2. By at least two different types of identity proofing
  3. By the signer's oath as to their own identity
  4. By a signed statement from the signer's employer or bank
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B. By at least two different types of identity proofing — KRS 423.455(2)(a)3.

Question 5 · Kentucky

What must a Kentucky notary do before performing the first notarial act for a remotely located individual?

  1. Notify the Secretary of State and identify the technology
  2. Obtain a second surety bond of $10,000
  3. Complete a state-approved remote notarization course and exam
  4. Get approval from the county clerk
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A. Notify the Secretary of State and identify the technology — KRS 423.455(6).

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