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