If the application is filed within 30 days after discharge.
If the application is filed within 1 year after a discharge other than bad conduct or dishonorable, as specified in Executive Law §130.
Only if the person is a lawyer.
Only if the prior term expired less than 6 months ago.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Executive Law §130
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
B. If the application is filed within 1 year after a discharge other than bad conduct or dishonorable, as specified in Executive Law §130.
Detailed Explanation
Military-service waiver rules extend beyond the normal six-month period. Executive Law §130 allows waiver of the qualifying requirements if the former notary failed to reapply because of U.S. armed-forces service and reapplies within 1 year after the qualifying discharge described in the statute. In contrast, the ordinary late-reappointment waiver for former notaries is tied to the six-month post-expiration window.
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