NE Notary Acts and Responsibilities

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of an acknowledgment in a notarial act?

Accepted Answer

To verify the identity of the signer and their intent to sign

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To administer an oath

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To witness the signing of a document

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To make a copy of a document

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Nebraska notary public?

Accepted Answer

Determining the legality of the document

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Certifying copies of documents

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Administering oaths and affirmations

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Keeping a notarial journal of acts

Question 3

In Nebraska, what must a notary do if they suspect that a document they are asked to notarize is fraudulent?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to perform the notarization and document the situation

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Proceed with the notarization but report it later

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Perform the notarization but do not keep a record

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Contact law enforcement immediately

Question 4

What is required for a Nebraska notary to properly complete a notarial certificate?

Accepted Answer

The notary's seal, signature, and the date of notarization

Answer

The notary's signature only

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The notary's signature and the signer's signature

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The notary’s signature and a witness’s signature

Question 5

If a Nebraska notary's seal is lost or stolen, what should the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Inform the Secretary of State’s office immediately and obtain a replacement

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Continue using the seal until it is found

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Destroy the seal and stop performing notarial acts

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Use a different seal until a new one is obtained