FREE NYS Notary License Law Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the purpose of a jurat?

Accepted Answer

To certify that the person signing a document has sworn an oath

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To verify the identity of the person signing a document

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To confirm that a document has been notarized

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To provide a record of the notarial act

Question 2

What is required for satisfactory evidence of identity for an individual signing a document who appears before an electronic notary public using communication technology, and who is not personally known to the notary public?

Accepted Answer

Identity verification, credential analysis, and identity proofing

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Personal acquaintance with the notary public

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Attestation by two witnesses who know the individual personally

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Attestation by the notary public that the individual is personally known to them

Question 3

What is the penalty for violating the provisions of §§478, 479, 480, 481, 482, 483, or 484?

Accepted Answer

Misdemeanor charge

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A fine

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Revocation of notary commission

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Imprisonment

Question 4

A notary public is asked to take an acknowledgment over the phone. What should the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to take the acknowledgment over the phone.

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Take the acknowledgment over the phone.

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Ask the person to send a written request.

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Consult with a legal professional before proceeding.

Question 5

A notary public is asked to certify a copy of a public record. What should the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to certify the copy.

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Ask the person to send a written request.

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Certify the copy.

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Consult with a legal professional before proceeding.