NH Notary NH Notary Journal and Record Keeping 3

Question 1

Which type of notarial act should always be recorded in a NH notary journal regardless of whether it is legally required?

Accepted Answer

All notarial acts as best practice

Answer

As best practice, all notarial acts—acknowledgments, jurats, oaths, copy certifications—should be logged.

Question 2

What should be recorded in the journal when a credible witness is used to identify a signer?

Accepted Answer

The credible witness's name and their relationship to the signer

Answer

When a credible witness is used, the journal should record the witness's name and connection to the signer as part of the identification chain.

Question 3

If a journal entry contains an error, how should a NH notary correct it?

Accepted Answer

Draw a single line through the error, initial it, and write the correction

Answer

Errors should be corrected with a single strikethrough, the notary's initials, and the correct information to maintain a clear audit trail.

Question 4

Can a New Hampshire notary charge a signer for copies of journal entries?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a reasonable fee may be charged

Answer

A notary may charge a reasonable fee for providing copies of journal entries to cover the cost of reproduction.

Question 5

What happens to a NH notary's journal obligation when they resign their commission?

Accepted Answer

They should retain the journal as they would after expiration

Answer

Resignation does not eliminate record-keeping obligations; best practice requires retention of the journal for the recommended period.

NH Notary - New Hampshire Notary Exam Practice Test