The written examination for the notary commission in Hawaii covers which topics?

• A. Statutory Laws only
• B. Administrative Rules only
• C. Both Statutory Laws and Administrative Rules
• D. Ethics and Procedures

Answer: (C)

The main idea is that the Hawaii notary commission written exam covers both the statutory framework and the administrative rules that govern notaries. The statutes establish who may become a notary, what acts require a notary, and the duties and penalties tied to misconduct. The administrative rules provide the step-by-step procedures for performing notarial acts, keeping required records, handling forms and fees, and the process for applying, serving, and renewing a commission. Since a notary must operate within both the law and the approved procedures, the exam tests knowledge of both areas, making that option the best fit. Ethics and general procedures are important in practice, but the formal exam focuses on the combination of statutory law and administrative rules.