Notary Public Exam Fraud Prevention & Security 3

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of 'identity fraud' in the context of notarization?

Accepted Answer

Someone presenting a fake ID to impersonate the true document signer

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A signer using a nickname on the document

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A signer whose signature looks different than their ID

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A signer using an outdated address on their ID

Question 2

How should a notary respond when asked to notarize a document that appears to have been altered or tampered with?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to notarize a document that shows signs of alteration

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Notarize it and note the alterations in the journal

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Ask the signer to explain the alterations and then proceed

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Notarize only the pages that appear unaltered

Question 3

What is the risk of a notary pre-signing and sealing blank notarial certificates?

Accepted Answer

Anyone could attach a pre-signed certificate to any document, facilitating fraud

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It saves time and helps signers who need quick notarizations

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It is acceptable if the notary holds the certificates in their own possession

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It is only a problem if the certificates are lost or stolen

Question 4

What security feature should a notary look for on a government-issued ID to reduce the risk of accepting a fake?

Accepted Answer

Security features such as holograms, microprinting, UV-reactive ink, and state-specific design elements

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A barcode on the back

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A photograph that looks like a professional headshot

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An expiration date more than 5 years in the future

Question 5

What is a 'credible witness' and when is this method of identification appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A person known to both the notary and the signer who swears to the signer's identity when the signer lacks satisfactory ID

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A licensed private investigator hired to verify identity

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A court-appointed official who certifies identity in legal proceedings

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A second notary who corroborates the primary notary's identification of a signer

Question 6

What action should a notary take if they are subpoenaed to testify about a notarization in their journal?

Accepted Answer

Comply with the subpoena, bringing their journal and testifying truthfully

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Refuse on grounds of client confidentiality

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Destroy the journal entry to protect the client

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Notify the client before appearing so the client can prepare a response