OK Notary Notary Liability and Ethics 2

Question 1

An Oklahoma notary is asked by their employer to backdate a notarization. What should the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse, as backdating is illegal and grounds for commission revocation

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Comply if the employer takes responsibility in writing

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Comply only if the document was actually signed on the earlier date

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Ask the Secretary of State for guidance before proceeding

Question 2

What does 'unauthorized practice of law' mean in the context of an Oklahoma notary?

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Providing legal advice, preparing legal documents, or explaining legal rights for compensation

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Performing notarizations in a law office

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Charging fees for notarial services

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Referring clients to an attorney

Question 3

A notary in Oklahoma is presented with a document in a foreign language they cannot read. What is the proper action?

Accepted Answer

Refuse if unable to determine the document's basic nature and the signer's awareness of its contents

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Notarize only if the signer provides a translation

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Always notarize since the signer is responsible for the content

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Notarize and note the foreign language in the journal

Question 4

Which ethical principle requires an Oklahoma notary to treat all clients equally regardless of background?

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The principle of impartiality

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The principle of confidentiality

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The principle of loyalty

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The principle of accuracy

Question 5

What must an Oklahoma notary do if they discover they made an error in a completed notarization?

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Notify the affected parties and correct the record if possible

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Quietly correct the document without notifying anyone

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Destroy the document and ask for re-signing

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Report themselves to the Secretary of State immediately

Question 6

An Oklahoma notary is approached by someone who offers a bribe to notarize a false statement. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

Firmly refuse and consider reporting the attempt to authorities

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Accept if the amount covers potential legal fees

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Refuse but not report unless the person insists

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Accept if the signer also signs a liability waiver