NYS Notary Public Study Guide Update 2024 with 100% correct answers GRADE BOOSTER

1. Is a NP considered a commissioned public officer Answer Yes. A NP is appointed by the New York Secretary of State vested by Executive Law. 2. What is the commission's term? And, how can it be renewed Answer The length of a NP commission is four (4) years. After four years have passed, the NP commission may be renewed without having to re-take the exam provided that renewal paper- work is submitted within six (6) months of the term's expiration. 3. What are individuals who receive services from a notary properly termed as Answer Consitituents 4. What are some of the commonly performed services of a notary Answer 1. Taking acknowledgements; 2. Administering oaths and affirmations; 3. Executing affidavits; and, 4. Taking depositions. 5. Once a document becomes notarized, is the document considered admis- sible in court Answer Yes. The document is presumed valid and establishes "prima facia" evidence, sometimes called presumptive evidence. 6. What is the jurisdiction of a New York State notary Answer The jurisdiction extends throughout all 62 counties of the state. What if a constituent who lives out of state is seeking a NYS notary Answer When a NP meets with constituents seeking notary services, the meeting must take place within the boundaries of New York State. The NYS notary cannot travel to other states to perform notary services unless duly commissioned or licensed on those other states as well