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Notarial Acts/Documentation

When a person signs a document by mark (e.g., an 'X'), what is the requirement regarding the two witnesses to the mark in relation to the notary public's journal?

A

The witnesses are not required to sign the notary's journal unless they are acting as credible witnesses for identity.

B

The witnesses must provide their right thumbprints in the journal.

C

Only one witness is required to sign the notary's journal.

D

Both witnesses must sign the notary public's journal.

Correct Answer

A. The witnesses are not required to sign the notary's journal unless they are acting as credible witnesses for identity.

AI Explanation

Signature by Mark witnesses. A notary public is not required to identify the two persons who witnessed the signing by mark or to have the two witnesses sign the notary public's journal. Exception: If the witnesses were acting in the capacity of credible witnesses to establish identity, then they must sign the journal.

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