Which entity oversees notaries public in Arkansas?

The Arkansas Secretary of State's office is responsible for overseeing notaries public in the state. This includes maintaining notary public records, processing applications for notary commissions, and establishing the rules and regulations that govern notarial acts. The Secretary of State’s office provides resources and guidance to notaries as well, ensuring they understand their duties and responsibilities under Arkansas law.

The other entities mentioned have different roles; for instance, the Arkansas State Legislature creates laws but does not directly manage notaries. The Arkansas Bar Association focuses on the legal profession and supporting attorneys rather than the notarial practice specifically. The Arkansas Attorney General's office handles legal representation for the state and matters of law enforcement, which do not pertain to the administration of notaries public. Thus, the correct oversight of notaries is properly attributed to the Arkansas Secretary of State's office.