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MD Notary Signature Witnessing and Special Acts Flashcards

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  1. What does it mean for a Maryland notary to administer an 'affirmation'?

    Answer: A solemn, non-religious pledge that carries the same legal weight as an oath

    An affirmation is a non-religious substitute for an oath that is legally equivalent and available to those who have religious or conscientious objections to swearing.

  2. A Maryland notary is asked to sign a document as both a witness and the notary. Is this permissible?

    Answer: It may be permissible if the notary is not otherwise disqualified by interest, but it raises independence concerns

    While Maryland law does not expressly prohibit a notary from also serving as a witness, combining roles can raise questions about independence and should be avoided when possible.

  3. Which of the following is a 'notarial act' under Maryland law?

    Answer: Administering an oath or affirmation

    Maryland's Notarial Acts Act defines administering oaths and affirmations as one of the core notarial acts a commissioned notary may perform.

  4. Under Maryland law, what is required for a notary to use a credible witness to identify a signer?

    Answer: The credible witness must be personally known to the notary and must vouch for the signer's identity under oath

    Maryland allows one credible witness who is personally known to the notary to vouch for the signer's identity when the signer lacks acceptable ID.

  5. A Maryland notary is presented with a document already signed but the signer is no longer available. Which notarial act might be appropriate?

    Answer: Proof of execution by a subscribing witness if a qualified witness is available

    Maryland law provides for proof of execution by a subscribing witness, allowing a witness to the original signing to appear and attest to the principal's signature.

  6. Which statement about Maryland notaries and the practice of law is TRUE?

    Answer: A non-attorney notary commits the unauthorized practice of law if they select the type of notarial act needed for a client

    Advising a client on which notarial act their document legally requires constitutes legal advice and is the unauthorized practice of law for non-attorneys.