A Nevada notary notarizes a document for a signer who appears visibly intoxicated and unable to understand what they are signing. What liability risk does the notary face?
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A
No risk, since the notary's only duty is to verify identity
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B
Civil and administrative liability for failing to confirm the signer's awareness and willingness
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C
Criminal liability for assault
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D
Liability only if the signer later files a formal complaint