NYS Public Law 2

Question 1

Under New York Executive Law §135, a notary public who is guilty of misconduct may have their commission:

Accepted Answer

Revoked by the Secretary of State

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Suspended for 30 days

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Transferred to a supervising attorney

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Placed on inactive status

Question 2

A New York notary public who fraudulently uses their commission may be subject to:

Accepted Answer

Criminal prosecution under Executive Law §135-a

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Civil liability only

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Only loss of commission without other penalties

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Discipline by the State Bar Association

Question 3

Which of the following is TRUE about New York notary public law?

Accepted Answer

Notaries may not practice law unless also admitted to the bar

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Notaries may certify documents as authentic legal advice

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Notaries may prepare legal documents for compensation

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Notaries may represent parties in administrative hearings

Question 4

The New York Executive Law requires that a notary's signature on a certificate be:

Accepted Answer

The notary's own handwritten signature

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Notarized by another notary

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An electronic signature in all cases

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Stamped with an official commission stamp

Question 5

Which of the following persons is DISQUALIFIED from serving as a New York notary public?

Accepted Answer

A person convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude

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A person who has lived in New York for less than one year

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A person who is also a licensed real estate agent

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A person employed by a bank

Question 6

New York public law requires that a notary public's oath of office be filed with:

Accepted Answer

The county clerk of the county where the notary resides or has a principal office

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The Department of State only

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The Governor's office

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The local court clerk