Yes, because corporate officers may always notarize their own signatures.
Yes, if the bank consents in writing.
No, because a notary who is a party executing the instrument may not take that acknowledgment.
No, unless a county clerk first issues an authentication certificate.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Executive Law §138
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
C. No, because a notary who is a party executing the instrument may not take that acknowledgment.
Detailed Explanation
Corporate-capacity limits matter. Executive Law §138 permits certain corporate stockholders, directors, officers, or employees to take acknowledgments involving the corporation, but not when the officer taking the acknowledgment is also a party executing the instrument. By contrast, the same notary may administer an oath to another officer or agent of the corporation if the notary is not the executing party.
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