Basic Flashcards
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Which of the following is NOT a valid form of identification for a notarial transaction?
Answer: Expired government ID from two years ago
An expired ID is generally not acceptable for notarial purposes because it cannot reliably verify current identity.
A notary who charges more than the maximum fee allowed by state law is guilty of:
Answer: Overcharging, which may result in disciplinary action or commission revocation
Charging fees above state-mandated maximums is a violation that can result in disciplinary action, fines, or revocation of the notary's commission.
What does it mean to 'certify a copy' as a notarial act?
Answer: To notarize that a photocopy is a true and accurate reproduction of the original
Certifying a copy means the notary compares the copy to the original and certifies it is a true and accurate reproduction.
When does a notary public commission typically expire?
Answer: According to the term set by the state, usually 4 years
Most states set a fixed term for notary commissions, commonly four years, after which the notary must renew to continue practicing.
What should a notary do if they make an error in the notarial certificate?
Answer: Cross out the error with a single line, initial it, and correct it
Errors in a notarial certificate should be corrected by lining through the mistake, initialing, and making the correction — correction fluid should never be used.
Under what circumstance may a notary perform a notarial act via telephone?
Answer: Generally never, because the signer must appear in person or via approved remote online notarization
Traditional notarization requires physical or approved remote online presence; a notary cannot perform acts based solely on a telephone call.
Which act requires the signer to personally swear or affirm to the notary that they will tell the truth?
Answer: Oath or affirmation
An oath or affirmation is a notarial act where the signer pledges to tell the truth, invoking either a religious oath or a secular affirmation.