Public Law Flashcards
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Under New York Executive Law §135, a notary public who is guilty of misconduct may have their commission:
Answer: Revoked by the Secretary of State
The Secretary of State has authority to revoke a notary commission for misconduct.
A New York notary public who fraudulently uses their commission may be subject to:
Answer: Criminal prosecution under Executive Law §135-a
Fraudulent use of a notarial commission is a criminal offense under Executive Law §135-a.
Which of the following is TRUE about New York notary public law?
Answer: Notaries may not practice law unless also admitted to the bar
New York notaries are prohibited from practicing law unless they are also licensed attorneys.
The New York Executive Law requires that a notary's signature on a certificate be:
Answer: The notary's own handwritten signature
The notary must personally and manually sign notarial certificates with their own handwritten signature.
Which of the following persons is DISQUALIFIED from serving as a New York notary public?
Answer: A person convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude
Conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude disqualifies a person from holding a notary commission.
New York public law requires that a notary public's oath of office be filed with:
Answer: The county clerk of the county where the notary resides or has a principal office
The oath of office must be filed with the county clerk of the notary's county of residence or principal business.