GA Notary GA Notary - Georgia Notary Oaths Affirmations and Affidavits Questions and Answers

Question 1

In Georgia, who is authorized to administer oaths?

Accepted Answer

Commissioned notaries public, among other officials

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Only judges and attorneys

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Only law enforcement officers

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Only elected officials

Question 2

What is an affirmation in the context of Georgia notarial practice?

Accepted Answer

A solemn declaration that carries the same legal weight as an oath but does not invoke a deity

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A written statement that does not require a notary

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A promise made only in a court of law

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A type of document certification

Question 3

What is an affidavit?

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A written statement of facts sworn or affirmed to be true before a notary or other official

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A court order signed by a judge

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A property deed requiring notarization

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A notary's official commission certificate

Question 4

What is the person called who makes and signs an affidavit?

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Affiant

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Notary

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Deponent

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Grantor

Question 5

In Georgia, what must a notary do before the affiant signs an affidavit?

Accepted Answer

Administer an oath or affirmation to the affiant

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Read the entire affidavit aloud

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Provide the affiant with a copy of the notary's commission

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Verify the affiant's address with a utility bill

Question 6

If a Georgia notary administers an oath for a verbal statement rather than a written document, is this a valid notarial act?

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Yes, administering oaths for verbal statements is a valid notarial act in Georgia

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No, oaths must always be attached to a written document

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Only if the statement is later reduced to writing

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Only in criminal proceedings