Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1) When can a notary public reapply for commission without re-testing? - correct answer1) Up until 6 months from expiration date. 2) Up until 1 year after military discharge (except dishonorable) 3) When the renewal is mailed to the notary public reminding that expiration date is in 3 months. 2) Who is appointed to accept process service on behalf of the notary public who is a non-resident? - correct answerThe Secretary of state. 3) Can a notary public be denied reappointment at the time...

Acknowledgment - correct answerA notarial act which requires the person who has already signed a document to personally appear before the notary and state (acknowledge) that he/she knowingly and willingly signed the document for the purposes for which it was intended. The notary does not have to actually see the person sign the document, but does have to actually witness the person acknowledge the signature. (pg. 15) Affirmation - correct answerAn oral promise on one's personal honor that th...

What is the relationship between the notary and signer? - correct answerto authenticate the signer's identity You ______ need to be a US citizen. You_______ need to be a CA resident. - correct answerYou DO NOT need to be a US citizen. You DO need to be a CA resident. Fine: No ID & Perjury - correct answer$10Gs $10,000 Fine: fail to notify about name and address change - correct answer$500 Fine: for overcharging - correct answer$750 Fine: AWI-- advertising, willful, immigration...

Can a Notary practice law? - correct answerA notary is specifically PROHIBITED from practicing law, unless he/she is already an attorney Are notaries commissioned for their specific county of residence? - correct answerNO. Notaries are commissioned for the entire state of Ohio but should still apply through their county of residency. When must an applicant take their notary exam? - correct answerWithin 90 days of receiving test instructions. An applicant who fails to pass the exam may n...

Someone would NOT be eligible to become a New York Notary if he or she: - correct answerHas an unpardonable felony conviction Notaries Public are commissioned by - correct answerThe Secretary of State A Notary Public who is a resident of New York and moves out of state but still maintains a place of business or an office within the state - correct answerMay obtain his or her office as a Notary Public The jurisdiction of a New York Notary is: - correct answerCo-extensive with the boundar...

Critical commencement date - correct answer commencement date stated in the commission NOT date commission was issued or mailed Who issues commission? - correct answer Secretary of State When does commission become valid - correct answer After taking oath of office and bond are filed on time Who do you file oath and bond with - correct answer county clerk Where is a notary's commission limited to? - correct answerState of california; not only a certain county What kind of bond an...

Question #1: Is there a difference between being appointed and being commissioned? ANSWER YES. Being appointed confirms your qualification for the office of notary public, and being commissioned means that you are authorized to conduct notarial acts. Upon appointment and prior to becoming a commissioned notary public, you will need to take an oath of office, and record your oath, bond, commission, and official signature in the County where you maintain a business or work address, w...

If a Notary refuses to notarize an affidavit presented for NY notary Mobile services. What is the potential maximum jail sentence? A. One Month B. Three Months C. Six Months D. 1 Year ANSWER D. 1 Year The Notary certificate of a witness to the execution of a real estate conveyance is called A. Qualified resident B. Official Character C. Proof Certificate D. None of the Above ANSWER C. Proof Certificate Which of the followinf is in the requirements to become a notary pu...

1: What is one requirement for becoming a California Notary Public? ANSWER Be a legal resident of California 2: Your jurisdiction will be: ANSWER The entire state of California 3: A possible penalty for committing perjury is: ANSWER 2, 3 or 4 years 4: You have how many days to take your oath of office after your commencement date: ANSWER 30 days 5: If you request a new Certificate of Authorization, the State of California must respond within: ANSWER 5 days 6: The agency ...

1) When can a notary public reapply for commission without re-testing? ANSWER 1) Up until 6 months from expiration date. 2) Up until 1 year after military discharge (except dishonorable) 3) When the renewal is mailed to the notary public reminding that expiration date is in 3 months. 2) Who is appointed to accept process service on behalf of the notary public who is a non-resident? ANSWER The Secretary of state. 3) Can a notary public be denied reappointment at the time of renewal,...