NYS Notary Public Study Guide Exam
Questions with Verified Answers
Is a NP considered a commissioned public officer? - -Yes. A NP is appointed
by the New York Secretary of State vested by Executive Law.
-What is the commission's term? And, how can it be renewed? - -The length
of a NP commission is four (4) years. After four years have passed, the NP
commission may be renewed without having to re-take the exam provided
that renewal paperwork is submitted within six (6) months of the term's
expiration.
-What are individuals who receive services from a notary properly termed
as? - -Consitituents
-What are some of the commonly performed services of a notary? - -1.
Taking acknowledgements; 2. Administering oaths and affirmations; 3.
Executing affidavits; and, 4. Taking depositions.
-Once a document becomes notarized, is the document considered
admissible in court? - -Yes. The document is presumed valid and establishes
"prima facia" evidence, sometimes called presumptive evidence.
-What is the jurisdiction of a New York State notary? - -The jurisdiction
extends throughout all 62 counties of the state.
-What if a constituent who lives out of state is seeking a NYS notary? - -
When a NP meets with constituents seeking notary services, the meeting
must take place within the boundaries of New York State. The NYS notary
cannot travel to other states to perform notary services unless duly
commissioned or licensed on those other states as well.
-Why are notaries needed? - -Notaries are needed to prove the authenticity
of signatures, compel truthfulness and assist in minimizing fraud.
-What are notaries NOT responsible for? - -Notaries do not guarantee the
truth or accuracy of statements in the document being notarized.
-Who, in New York State, may not be a notary public? - -1. A County Sheriff
cannot serve as a notary due to a state law that bars sheriffs from holding
any other public office; 2. A convicted felon.
-What exam would a practicing attorney in New York be required to take to
serve as a notary? - -Attorneys who are admitted to the NYS Bar and are
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