A non-attorney notary public may not use foreign-language terms in advertising that mean or imply the notary is:

A Non Attorney Notary Public May Not Use Foreign Language Terms In Adver – NY Notary Exam Practice

A county clerk employee

An attorney licensed to practice law

Commissioned in more than one county

Authorized to administer affirmations

Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)

Reference: Executive Law §135-b; 19 NYCRR §182.1

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

B. An attorney licensed to practice law

Detailed Explanation

Executive Law §135-b and 19 NYCRR §182.1 prohibit a non-attorney notary from using foreign-language terms that mean or imply the notary is an attorney.

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