Notarial Services Flashcards
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The maximum fee a New York notary may charge for taking an acknowledgment is:
Answer: $2.00
New York law sets the maximum fee for taking an acknowledgment at $2.00 per signature.
A New York notary public who charges more than the statutory maximum fee is subject to:
Answer: Removal from office and civil liability
Overcharging is a violation that can result in removal from office and civil liability.
When a New York notary takes a deposition, the maximum fee per hour is:
Answer: $7.50
New York allows notaries to charge up to $7.50 per hour for taking a deposition.
A New York notary public may perform notarial acts:
Answer: Anywhere in New York State
A New York notary's authority extends throughout the entire state, not just the county of registration.
Which best describes a New York notary's duty of impartiality?
Answer: The notary must serve all parties without bias regardless of personal relationship
A notary must remain impartial and serve all parties without favoritism.
A New York notary public acting outside the scope of their authority may face:
Answer: Criminal and civil liability
A notary acting outside authorized powers may face both criminal and civil liability.