The notary may do it after reading the statute.
The notary may do it if no fee is charged.
The notary may not do it because drafting such legal papers is unauthorized practice of law.
The notary may do it if the customer provides all facts.
Correct Answer
C. The notary may not do it because drafting such legal papers is unauthorized practice of law.
Detailed Explanation
Drafting a mechanics lien is treated as legal work, not simple clerical help. The booklet’s "Professional Conduct" section and Judiciary Law §484 prohibit a non-attorney notary from drawing legal papers, including mechanics liens. Not to be confused with merely filling in factual details supplied for a nonlegal form, preparing the legal instrument itself is unauthorized practice.
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