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Fees & Administrative Procedures

A notary public is asked to administer the constitutional oath of office to a newly appointed public official. What is the safer exam answer on fees?

A

Charge the ordinary $2 oath fee.

B

Charge $1 because it is an official oath.

C

No fee may be charged for administering certain official oaths.

D

Charge the same amount as a county clerk authentication certificate.

Correct Answer

C. No fee may be charged for administering certain official oaths.

AI Explanation

Official-oath fees are a special exception. Public Officers Law §69 prohibits a fee for administering certain official oaths. Not to be confused with Executive Law §136, which otherwise allows a $2 fee for ordinary oaths or affirmations.

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