Become a Notary Public in Rhode Island
Rhode Island commissions notaries by application — there is no state exam. Commissions are handled by the Rhode Island Department of State (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
Rhode Island notaries are personally liable for improper notarizations. Our Rhode Island study track covers identification rules, certificate wording, journal practices, fees, and prohibited acts — the things that get commissions suspended.