DE Notary Oaths, Affirmations, and Signature Witnessing 3

Question 1

Can a Delaware notary administer an oath over the telephone?

Accepted Answer

No, the signer must be present in person or via approved RON technology

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Yes, telephone oaths are valid in Delaware

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Yes, if the notary knows the caller personally

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No, but email confirmation is an acceptable substitute

Question 2

What must a Delaware notary say when administering a formal oath?

Accepted Answer

Words to the effect of 'Do you swear or affirm that the contents of this document are true?'

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'I hereby certify this document is correct'

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'Sign here and initial all changes'

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'This document has been reviewed and approved'

Question 3

In Delaware, a deposition is typically accompanied by which notarial act?

Accepted Answer

An oath administered by the notary before testimony begins

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A copy certification of the transcript

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A signature witnessing at the end of the deposition

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An acknowledgment of the witness's identity

Question 4

What is the notary's responsibility during a signature witnessing act in Delaware?

Accepted Answer

To verify the signer's identity and personally observe the act of signing

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To review the document for legal accuracy

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To certify that the document's contents are true

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To ensure the document is properly filed after signing

Question 5

If a signer takes an oath and later the notary discovers the sworn statement was false, what is the signer's potential legal exposure?

Accepted Answer

Perjury charges, since they swore falsely under oath

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No legal exposure, as the notary is responsible for the document's accuracy

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Civil liability only, with no criminal exposure

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A fine equal to the notary's fee for the act

Question 6

Which of the following best describes a 'solemn affirmation' administered by a Delaware notary?

Accepted Answer

A formal, legally binding pledge to tell the truth that does not invoke a deity

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A religious ceremony requiring a sacred text

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A witness statement requiring two credible witnesses

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An informal verbal promise without legal consequences