Front
What is the primary role of a Notary Public?
Back
An impartial witness
Ensures signers are who they say they are and act of their own free will.
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Notary Public Exam Prep
Prepare for your Notary Public exam with 30 essential flashcards covering duties, notarial acts, and legal requirements.
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Front
When must a Notary refuse to perform a notarial act?
Back
If the signer is not present or the document is incomplete
Also if the Notary suspects fraud, coercion, or the signer is incapacitated.
Front
Can a Notary notarize their own signature?
Back
No
A Notary cannot have a direct financial or beneficial interest in the transaction.
Front
What is the geographic limit of a Notary's authority?
Back
The state of commission
A Notary can only perform acts within the borders of the state that issued their commission.
Front
What is a Notary Commission?
Back
A license granted by the state
Authorizes an individual to perform notarial acts for a specific term.
Front
What constitutes the 'Unauthorized Practice of Law' (UPL) for a Notary?
Back
Giving legal advice or drafting legal documents
Notaries may not explain the legal effects of a document or choose the certificate type.
Front
Why is the term 'Notario Publico' prohibited in English advertisements?
Back
It implies legal authority not held by US Notaries
In many countries, a Notario is a high-ranking attorney with broad legal powers.
Front
Who sets the maximum fees a Notary can charge?
Back
The Secretary of State or state law
Fees vary by state and type of act performed; charging more is a violation.
Front
How long does a Notary typically have to report a change of address?
Back
30 days
Failure to notify the commissioning agency can result in fines or suspension.
Front
What must a Notary do with their seal upon resignation or expiration?
Back
Destroy or deface it
Prevents unauthorized use by others after the commission ends.
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