What is the name of a signed statement, duly sworn, before a notary public or other officer authorized to administer oaths?
A signed statement, duly sworn, before a notary public or other officer authorized to administer oaths is referred to as an affidavit. (Legal Terms)
What is the term for anything of value that is given to induce someone to enter into a contract?
Anything of value that is given to induce someone to enter into a contract is called consideration. (Legal Terms)
What is the jurisdiction of notaries commissioned in New York State?
The jurisdiction of notaries commissioned in New York State is statewide. (Notary Public Law 130)
Taking affidavits and acknowledgments over the phone is:
Taking affidavits and acknowledgments over the phone is illegal in all cases. ("Notary Public License Law" Professional Conduct)
How much is the notary public fee for administering an oath?
The notary public fee for administering an oath is $2. (Executive Law 136)
How much is the county clerk fee for filing a Certificate of Official Character?
The county clerk fee for filing a Certificate of Official Character is $1. (Executive Law 136)
The person named in a will to carry out the provisions of the will is called ________. The person appointed by the court to handle the affairs of the deceased is called ___________.
The person named in the will to carry out the provisions of the will is called an executor. The person appointed by the court to handle the affairs of the deceased is called an administrator. (Legal Terms)
When a safe deposit box is opened in front of a notary as per Banking Law 335, a copy of the notary public’s certificate must be mailed to the lessee at his last known postal address within _________ of the opening of the safe deposit box.
When a safe deposit box is opened in front of a notary as per Banking Law 335, a copy of the notary public’s certificate must be mailed to the lessee at his last known postal address within 10 days of the opening of the safe deposit box. (Banking Law 335: Safe deposit box)
A _____________ is a person who makes an oath to a written statement.
A deponent or affiant is a person who makes an oath to a written statement. (Legal Terms)
Who can issue a duplicate Notary Public ID card?
The Secretary of State can issue a duplicate Notary Public ID card. (Executive Law 131)
What is the fee for a duplicate Notary Public ID card?
The fee for a duplicate Notary Public ID card is $10. (Executive Law 131)
A notary who issues a false certificate is guilty of a Class E _______.
A notary who issues a false certificate is guilty of a Class E felony. (Penal Law 175.40: Issuing a false certificate)
What is a statute?
A statute is a law passed by the legislature. (Legal Terms)
Which of the following statements is correct?
Attorneys and certain court clerks may be appointed a notary public without an examination. (Introduction to "Notary Public License Law")
A person who is not a notary and who acts as a notary is guilty of __________.
A person who is not a notary and who acts as a notary is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Executive Law 135-a)
_______________ is a certificate attached by a county clerk to an acknowledgment or oath signed by a notary.
An authentication is a certificate attached by a county clerk to an acknowledgment or oath signed by a notary. (Legal Terms)
A notary may:
"Notary Public License Law" Professional Conduct
A commissioner of deeds who is removed from office is:
A commissioner of deeds who is removed from office is not eligible for appointment as a notary public or commissioner of deeds. (Executive Law 140)
A notary public:
A notary public cannot act as an attorney. (Judiciary Law 484)
A person who acts as a notary without having taken and duly filed the required oath of office is guilty of _____________.
A person who acts as a notary without having taken and duly filed the required oath of office is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Public Officers Law)
___________ is a person appointed by the court to handle the affairs of a minor’s person (or property).
A guardian is a person appointed by the court to handle the affairs of a minor’s person (or property). (Legal Terms)
When a public officer collects a fee greater than allowed by law, he is subject to punishment as provided by law, removal, and ___________.
When a public officer collects a fee greater than allowed by law, he is subject to punishment as provided by law, removal, and treble damages. (Executive Law 137)
If a notary __________ fails to comply with any provisions of notary law, he is subject to action by the Secretary of State.
If a notary willfully fails to comply with any provisions of notary law, he is subject to action by the Secretary of State. (Executive Law 137)
An affirmation is a solemn declaration made by a person who conscientiously declines to take an ______.
An affirmation is a solemn declaration made by a person who conscientiously declines to take an oath. (Executive Law 137)
Which official maintains a record of the notary commissions and signatures?
The County Clerk maintains a record of the notary commissions and signatures. (Introduction to "Notary Public License Law")
Issuing a false certificate is a class _____ felony.
Issuing a false certificate is a class "E" felony. (Penal Law 175.40)
A person convicted of a crime can be appointed a notary public, at the discretion of the:
A person convicted of a crime can be appointed a notary public (at the discretion of the Secretary of State. (Executive Law 130)
A notary public:
A notary public cannot solemnize a marriage. (Domestic Relations Law 11: Marriage)
A Department of State authentication attached to a notarized and county-certified document that is meant to be used internationally is called _______________.
A Department of State authentication attached to a notarized and county-certified document that is meant to be used internationally is called an apostile. (Legal Terms)
A legal agreement between parties is called __________.
A legal agreement between parties is called a contract. (Legal Terms)
A conveyance is an instrument by which any interest in ______ property is created, assigned, or transferred.
A conveyance is an instrument by which any interest in real property is created, assigned, or transferred. (Legal Terms)
Which of the following is false? A person can be appointed as a notary public under:
A person cannot be appointed as a notary public under a pen name. (Legal Terms)
An application for reappointment of a notary public is processed by:
An application for reappointment of a notary public is processed by the county clerk. (Executive Law 131)
Which of the following is false? A notary public ID card shall contain the following:
A notary public ID card shall not contain the age of the applicant. It should contain the term of the commission. (Executive Law 131)
A fee of $10 is charged for:
A fee of $10 is charged for a duplicate ID card. (Executive Law 131)
What is the fee for a change of name, or change of address that is due to the Secretary of State?
The fee for a change of name, or change of address due to the Secretary of State is $10. (Executive Law 131)
Deponent and _________ mean the same thing (a person who subscribes (signs) a deposition under oath.)
Deponent and affiant mean the same thing (a person who subscribes (signs) a deposition under oath). (Legal Terms)
__________ means unlawfully constraining (pressuring) someone with the aim of forcing him to act against his personal will.
Duress means unlawfully constraining (pressuring) someone with the aim of forcing him to act against his personal will. (Legal Terms)
A declaration by the court which declares the rights or duties of individuals is known as ___________.
A declaration by the court which declares the rights or duties of individuals is known as a judgment. (Legal Terms)
A _________ is part of a will that was added to the will after the will was prepared (executed). It is attached to the will and modifies the will.
A codicil is part of a will that was added to the will after the will was prepared (executed). It is attached to the will and modifies the will. (Legal Terms)
