NOTARY EXAM MC QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
A Notary Public is a ______________?
NY State Officer
The real Notary Public Licensing Exam after this course is ________________?
A walk-in, 1Hr., 40 question, multiple choice exam
What score is required to pass the state exam?
70%
How many ...
A Notary Public is a ______________?
NY State Officer
The real Notary Public Licensing Exam after this course is ________________?
A walk-in, 1Hr., 40 question, multiple choice exam
What score is required to pass the state exam?
70%
How many years is the Notary License good for before you must renew it and
take the exam again?
It is renewable every 4 years with no exam.
How long after your notary license expires in 4 years, can you still renew without
re-qualifying (exam)?
6 months
What is on the Notary Public's license/ID card?
Name, Notary Republic, and Registration Number
Which of the following is required to be qualified for the Notary Public license?
Good Moral Character, 18 years old, Common School Education
Which of the following convictions generally prevent a person from qualifying for
Notary Public licensing?
Dangerous weapons,Prostitution, and illegal entry of a building
Do you need to live in NY to qualify for a notary license?
No...you can be a qualified non-resident-resident using a job address.
What education level is required for a notary license?
Common School education level
Can a convicted Felon become a NY Notary Public?
Generally no, Yes... with a good conduct certificate, Yes...with an executive pardon.
,Can a person convicted of aiding escapes from prison and other felonies become
a Notary Public in NY State if they have a "Certificate of Relief From Disabilities"
from the state?
Yes
What age does a person qualify for Notary Public licensing?
18
How much is the walk-in exam fee?
$15
How much is the initial appointment fee?
$60 Department of..
What Does A notary do?
Makes things admissible in a court of law without further proof. Make things recordable.
How many Notary Public licensees can be appointed in NY?
Unlimited
A Notary Public makes things admissible in a court of law with no further proof?
True
When a Notary Public notarizes an instrument, which of the following occurs?
It becomes recordable
What is it called when you lose your job and move out of NY State?
Vacate
Are you required to maintain an address in NY State to renew your license?
Yes...or you vacate your office
If you do not live in NY...but work here as a qualified, Non-Resident-
Resident....who do you appoint to receive process service on your behalf?
Secretary Of State
Who is served on your behalf when you reside in the state of NY?
You are served personally
If you live in NY State you will be served process service at the Secretary of
State's office.
False
, Which of the following people are qualified for the Notary Public license without
an exam?
Court Clerks, lawyers (attorneys)
Do lawyers and Court Clerks have to pay the $60 application fee?
Yes
Do lawyers and Court Clerks pay the $15 exam fee?
No
What does an attorney use in lieu of a passed slip when they apply and pay the
$60 application fee to the Secretary of State?
Unexpired NY Attorney At Law license
What can a attorney/lawyer substitute the words, " Notary Public" with on their
Statement of Authority?
Attorney and Counselor at Law
A woman changing her name for marriage purposes has what choice?
She can use her old name and also her married name, She can use her new married
name, She can keep her maiden name
When must the person you notarized a signature for have appeared before you?
On the day specified
What is the penalty for knowingly notarizing something without the person who
signed having appeared before you on the day you specified in the notary
certificate?
Misconduct - Class A Misdemeanor
When can they suspend or remove your Notary License?
When you were given a copy of the charges and an opportunity to be heard.
What is the sentencing for a conviction of a Notary Public for, "Official
Misconduct'?
maximum 1 yr in jail, mandatory sentencing
If your employer asks you to notarize something a client mailed in...what will you
do?
Tell them you can not break the law!, Tell the boss it is a crime!, and Refuse the
request!
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