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. The book uses the question and answer method of subject presentation and studying which has a long history of success. . Selected legal terms are explained to help you better understand the law and be a more knowledgeable practicing notary public. . Quick Questions in flash card format help you memorize important facts. . Multiple Choice Questions help you connect important aspects of the law. . Practice exams help you to further sharpen up for both the format and subject matter of the notary exam.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

New York Notary Public Practice Test 1………………………………

New York Notary Public Practice Test 2……………………………… 19

New York Notary Public Practice Test 3……………………………… 31

New York Notary Public Practice Test 4……………………………… 42

New York Notary Public Practice Test 5……………………………… 61

New York Notary Public Bonus Questions……………………………

New York Notary Public Legal Terms……………………………………

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C. A notary may divide his fees with a lawyer. D. A notary may be married or unmarried. Answer>: C. A notary may divide his fees with a lawyer.

Notary Public License Law booklet from Division of Licensing Services.

3. 3. A notary may take an acknowledgement of a party. A. only if party is present or is communicating by telephone. B. only if party is communicating by videophone or is present. C. only if party is present. D. None of the above. Answer>: C. only if the party is present.

Notary Public License Law booklet from Division of Licensing Services.

4. 4. A notary public who is a non-resident of NYS and who ceases to have an office or place of business in NYS. A. may continue to serve as a notary public for one year. B. may continue to serve as a notary public until the expiration of his term. C. may continue to serve as a notary public upon the payment of a $ 60 fee. D. vacates his office as a notary. Answer>: D. vacates his office as a notary.

Executive Law 130

5. 5. The Secretary of State may not remove from office for misconduct any notary appointed by him unless the person:
6. is served with a copy of the charges against him.
7. has had an opportunity to be heard.

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A. 1 only is correct. B. 2 only is correct. C. Both 1 and 2 are not correct. D. Both 1 and 2 are correct. Answer>: D. Both 1 and 2 are correct.

Executive Law 130

6. 6. The acknowledgment or proof of a conveyance of real property within the state or any other written instrument may be made:
7. By a married woman
8. By an unmarried woman

A. Only 1 is correct. B. Only 2 is correct. C. Both 1 and 2 are correct. D. 1 is correct and 2 is correct only if over the age of 25. Answer>: C. Both 1 and 2 are correct.

Real Property Law 302

7. 7. Which of the following is not correct? Generally, a person convicted of a in NYS or any other state or territory shall not be appointed a notary public. A. misdemeanor B. "A" misdemeanor C. petty offense D. felony Answer>: C. petty offense

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D. a mayor of a city with a population of over 100,000. Answer>: D. a mayor of a city with a population of over 100,

Executive Law 132

11. 11. Which of the following are eligible for the office of notary public?
12. sheriff
13. commissioner of elections
14. a member of the legislature

A. 1, 2, and 3 B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 2 and 3 only Answer>: D. 2 and 3 only

NYS Constitution Article 13, Section 13(a)

12. 12. Every notary public duly qualified is authorized within to admin- ister oaths and affirmations. A. the county where commissioned only B. the county of residence only C. New York State D. None of the above Answer>: C. New York State

Executive Law 135

13. 13. The fee for taking and certifying the acknowledgment or proof of

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execution of a written instrument by one person is. A. $ 2 B. $ 4 C. $. 75 D. None of the above. Answer>: A. $

Executive Law 136

14. 14. A notary public who is duly licensed as an attorney may substitute the words for the words "Notary Public." A. "Certified Notary Public." B. "Expert Notary Public." C. "Lawyer." D. "Attorney and Counselor at Law." Answer>: D. "Attorney and Counselor at Law."

Executive Law 137

15. 15. An officer authorized to take the acknowledgment of a conveyance or other instrument who is guilty of malfeasance or fraudulent practice in the execution of any duty prescribed by law in relation thereto is liable in damages to . A. the Secretary of State B. county clerk C. state comptroller D. the person injured Answer>: D. the person injured

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D. an "E" felony Answer>: A. an "A" misdemeanor

Penal Law 175.

19. 19. Which of the following is correct? A notary public: A. has authority to solemnize marriages. B. may take the acknowledgment of parties to a written contract of marriage. C. may take the acknowledgement of witnesses to a written contract of mar- riage. D. has no authority to solemnize marriages. Answer>: D. has no authority to solemnize marriages.

Domestic Relations Law 11

20. 20. A proceeding to punish for criminal contempt a person who unlawfully practices law may be instituted:
21. on the court's motion.
22. on motion of any officer charged with the duty of investigating or prosecut- ing unlawful practice of law.
23. by any bar association of NYS.

A. 1 and 3 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 2 only D. 1, 2, and 3 Answer>: D. 1, 2, and 3

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Judiciary Law 750

21. 21. An officer who violates the provisions of Public Officers Law, Section 67 (Fees of Public Officers) in addition to the punishment prescribed by law for the criminal offense, is liable in behalf of the person aggrieved for .

A. 100% of the damages. B. 200% of the damages. C. 300% of the damages.

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Legal Terms

25. 25. A is the section on an affidavit where a notary certifies that the statement was sworn to in front of him. A. codicil B. appendix C. preamble D. jurat Answer>: D. jurat

Legal Terms

26. 26. A claim or legal right which attaches to specific property until a debt owed is paid is called. A. a misemeanor B. a lien C. a statue

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D. a deposition Answer>: B. a lien

Legal Terms

27. 27. A crime that is not a felony is called. A. a petty offense B. a violation C. a traffic infraction D. a misdemeanor Answer>: D. a misdemeanor

Legal Definitions

28. 28. The fee for swearing in a witness is. A. $ B. $ C. $ D. $ Answer>: A. $

Schedule of Fees

29. 29. The total fee for administering an oath and for a proof of execution is: A. $ B. $ C. $ D. $ Answer>: B. $

Schedule of Fees

30. 30. The fee for an authentication certificate is.

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Executive Law 130

32. 32. A notary public commissioned in Kings County wishes to file his autograph signature in other counties so that county clerks may certify as to his official character. The notary public may file his autograph signature and certificate of official character: A. only in the other four NYC counties B. only in counties adjoining Kings county. C. in every county of New York State. D. None of the above. Answer>: C. in every county of New York State

Executive Law 132

33. 33. Which of the following is not correct? A. venue is the area where the notary takes an acknowledgement. B. venue is listed at beginning of instrument. C. An affidavit does not have to show the venue on its face. D. None of the above. Answer>: C. An affidavit does not have to show the venue on its face.

Legal Terms

34. 34. Which of the following four persons are eligible to be appointed notary public?
35. a commissioner of elections
36. an inspector of elections
37. a member of the legislature
38. a sheriff

A. 1 and 2 only

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B. 1, 2, and 3 only C. 1, 2, 3 and 4 D. 4 only Answer>: B. 1, 2, and 3 only

Executive Laws, 3-200, 3-400, and Public Law 3, County Law 534, and New York State Constitution, Article 3, Section 7, and Article 13 (a).

35. 35. Which of the following is not correct? A. All single women may make a conveyance of property. B. All married women may make a conveyance of property. C. A single woman may only make a conveyance of property if she is over the age twenty-five. D. A married woman may make a conveyance of property same as a single

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C. an apostille D. None of the above. Answer>: C. an apostille

Legal Terms

39. 39. Total commission fee for the office of notary public is $60 ($ is for the appointment and $ is for the filing of oath of office). A. $30....$ B. $10....$ C. $40....$ D. $35....$ Answer>: C. $40....$

Schedule of Fees

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40. 40. Which of the following choices is not correct with respect to the opening of a safe deposit box pursuant to Bank Law 335? A. 30 days' notice has to be given to the lessee. B. List of contents must be filed with lessor by notary public. C. A copy of notarial certificate must be mailed to the lessor. D. Lessor must open the safe deposit box in the presence of the notary public. Answer>: C. A copy of notarial certificate must be mailed to the lessor.

Banking Law 335. Must be mailed.