Notary Public Communication & Stakeholder Relations 3

Question 1

An attorney-in-fact presents a power of attorney and wants to sign on behalf of the principal. How should the notary communicate willingness to proceed?

Accepted Answer

Verify the POA is valid and that the principal's name appears correctly in the acknowledgment

Answer

The notary must confirm the POA is in effect and ensure the certificate reflects the representative capacity correctly.

Question 2

A signer wants to know if the notary can keep the contents of their document confidential. The notary should explain:

Accepted Answer

Notaries have no blanket duty of confidentiality but should handle documents with discretion

Answer

Notaries are not bound by a privilege like attorneys but should treat signer information with professional discretion.

Question 3

During a signing, a signer's family member repeatedly answers questions directed at the signer. The notary should:

Accepted Answer

Direct all questions specifically to the signer and ask the family member to step back

Answer

The notary must communicate directly with the signer to confirm willingness and understanding without third-party interference.

Question 4

A notary receives a call from a bank asking for a copy of a signer's journal entry. The notary should:

Accepted Answer

Follow state law, which typically requires a written request or court order

Answer

Journal records are official documents and their disclosure is governed by state statute, usually requiring a formal request.

Question 5

When a signer asks the notary to date the document as of last week, the notary should:

Accepted Answer

Refuse because backdating is fraudulent and a violation of notary duty

Answer

Backdating a notarial certificate is fraud and can result in commission revocation and criminal prosecution.

Notary Public Practice Test

Notary Public Practice Test

Notary Public Communication & Stakeholder Relations 3