Basic Flashcards
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Which of the following documents typically requires notarization?
Answer: A real estate deed
Real estate deeds are legal documents that typically require notarization to be recorded and legally binding.
What must a notary do if a signer appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
Answer: Refuse to notarize the document
A notary must refuse to notarize if the signer cannot demonstrate awareness and willingness due to impairment.
What is a 'jurat' in notarial practice?
Answer: A certificate where the signer swears or affirms to the truth of a document
A jurat is a notarial act where the signer swears or affirms the truthfulness of the document's contents before the notary.
A notary's commission is issued by which authority?
Answer: The state government
Notary commissions are issued by state governments, typically through the Secretary of State's office.
What is the primary purpose of a notary's journal or logbook?
Answer: To create a chronological record of all notarial acts performed
A notary's journal provides a chronological record of notarial acts, which serves as evidence in case of disputes or fraud investigations.
Can a notary notarize a document that is written in a foreign language?
Answer: Yes, because the notary only certifies the signature, not the content
A notary certifies the signer's identity and signature, not the document's content, so notarizing a foreign-language document is generally permissible.
What is the correct term for the person who appears before a notary to have a document notarized?
Answer: Principal or signer
The person appearing before a notary to have a document notarized is called the principal or signer.