IL HB4277

Amends the Illinois Notary Public Act to allow individuals with felony convictions to apply for a notary public commission if the conviction occurred more than 10 years before the application date

Current law permanently bars anyone with a felony conviction from becoming a notary public in Illinois

Applicants must still certify they have not been convicted of a felony within the 10-year period immediately preceding their application

All other existing requirements for notary public applicants remain unchanged, including residency, citizenship or permanent residency status, English proficiency, and completion of required coursework