QUALIFICATIONS
What are the qualifications to become a notary?
>>Legal California Resident
>>18 years of age or older Proven Moral Integrity:
>>Absence of a conviction of a crime involving dishonesty...no prior professional license denied, revoked or suspended
>>Submission of fingerprints for personal background check (after taking exam)
>>Ability to read, write and understand the English language
>>Pass the written examination
>>Take a six (6) hour approved notary education class
If I have been convicted of a crime that is not a felony (e.g., DUI), can I still become a Notary Public?
You should look at the Secretary of State's website for a list of all of the most common disqualifying convictions.
NAME & ADDRESS CHANGE ISSUES
My driver's license is in a different name than I now use. What name do you need?
We will need your name as it appears on your identification. Your legal name as it appears on your driver's license is the name the State will require when you take your State Exam. It is best to be consistent.
The address on my driver's license is different from my current address.
That's okay. When you complete the notary application you will enter your present address.
