Become a Notary Public in Kentucky
Kentucky commissions notaries by application — there is no state exam. Commissions are handled by the Kentucky Secretary of State — always confirm current requirements, fees, and forms with them directly.
No exam doesn't mean no preparation
Know your duties before your first notarization
Kentucky notaries are personally liable for improper notarizations. Our Kentucky study track covers identification rules, certificate wording, journal practices, fees, and prohibited acts — the things that get commissions suspended.