433 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 6, § 006 - NOTARY PUBLIC EXAMINATION

006.01 The Notary Public Examination will consist of questions aimed at determining whether the applicant has the reasonably necessary knowledge, experience, and competency to engage in and perform the duties of a Notary Public. An applicant must score 85% or better to pass the exam.

006.01(A) Knowledge of the Notary Public Act and laws related to or affecting notarial work, including but not limited to:

006.01(A)(1) Provisions of Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 64-101 through 64-118;

006.01(A)(2) Uniform Recognition of Acknowledgements Act Neb. Rev. Stat §§ 64-209 through 64-215, and any other relevant statutes; and

006.01(A)(3) These Rules and Regulations.

006.02 The written examination will be an open resources test sent to the applicant upon receipt of the $ 30.00 fee and a completed application.

006.03 If an Applicant fails the examination, the application will be denied. An Applicant who fails the examination may reapply after waiting thirty (30) days, including submitting a new application, paying the application fee, and passing the exam. An Applicant who fails the examination three (3) times will be considered incompetent to be receive a Notary Public commission in the State of Nebraska, and will not be eligible to take the exam again.

006.03(A) A passing exam score will be valid for 2 years from the date of examination.

006.03(B) If a passing exam score is not used within 2 years the applicant only has the remainder of prior opportunities to retake the exam.

006.04 The examination may be completed electronically if authorized by the Secretary.

Citation: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 64-101.01.

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433 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 6, § 006

Amended effective 3/30/2020 Amended effective 6/10/2020 Amended effective 6/27/2021