Appointment and Qualifications
Who commissions notaries public in New York State?
The Secretary of State
What is the total fee for appointment as notary public?
$60 ($40 for appointment plus $20 for filing the oath of office)
What must the signal transmission be secured against during an electronic notarization?
Interception by anyone other than the communicating parties
What is a notary public guilty of if they commit fraud or deceit while performing their duties?
A misdemeanor
The part of an affidavit where the notary certifies it was sworn before them
How long is a notary public's term of commission?
4 years
What is the fee for a duplicate notary identity card?
$10
At least 10 years from the date of the transaction
What is prohibited for someone who has not been appointed a notary or commissioner of deeds?
Holding themselves out as or advertising as one
What is an affirmation?
A solemn declaration used instead of an oath by those who conscientiously decline to swear; legally equivalent to an oath
What must the Secretary of State be satisfied of regarding an applicant's education before appointing them (unless they're an attorney or qualifying court clerk)?
That the applicant has the equivalent of a common school education
What is the fee for issuing a certificate of official character?
$1
What must a notary do before performing an electronic notarial act?
Register the capability to notarize electronically with the Secretary of State
Unless they're an attorney, what is a notary forbidden to do regarding legal documents?
Give legal advice or draw legal papers such as wills, deeds or contracts
What must a person say to express assent when taking an oath before a notary?
"I do", or words of like meaning
What happens to a notary's office if they are a NY resident who moves out of state but keeps a place of business or office in NY?
They do not vacate their office as notary
$3
Where must an electronic notary be physically located while performing an electronic notarial act?
Within the state of New York
What fee-sharing practice is prohibited for a noatary?
Dividing or sharing notarial fees with a lawyer
What is "venue" on a notarial certificate?
Which professionals may be appointed a notary public without taking the exam?
Attorneys admitted to practice law in New York State
#2
Besides being unique to the notary, what must a reliable electronic signature be?
Capable of independent verification and kept under the notary's sole control
What must a notary do before performing any duties of the office?
Take and file the required oath of office
Can a corporation of partnership take an oath?
No - an oath must be taken by an individual