(1) A person seeking a commission as a notary public shall make an application on a form prescribed by the secretary of state which contains the following information:

(a) name of the applicant;

(b) applicant's address and phone number;

(c) name of employer;

(d) employer's address and phone number;

(e) applicant's social security number;

(f) date of birth;

(g) the date of expiration of the applicant's current notary commission (if applicable) ; and

(h) name under which previous commission was issued if different than the name used on the application.

(2) The application must state if the applicant:

(a) has been a resident of the state of Montana for over one year;

(b) is a citizen of the United States;

(c) is at least 18 years old;

(d) has been convicted of a felony; and

(e) has had a notary commission or bond denied, revoked or restricted in any state.

(3) The applicant must affirm under oath that the information on the application is true and correct.