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Misconduct & Prohibited Acts

After notice of removal, signing as a notary after removal as a NYC commissioner of deeds is:

A

A misdemeanor.

B

A class E felony.

C

Only voidable if challenged within six months.

D

Permitted if no fee is charged.

Correct Answer

A. A misdemeanor.

AI Explanation

Removal has ongoing consequences. Executive Law §140(15) states that a person removed from office as a New York City commissioner of deeds who, after knowledge of removal, signs or executes any instrument as a commissioner of deeds or notary public is guilty of a misdemeanor. Unlike a curable defect under §142-a, this is direct criminal conduct after removal.

Misconduct & Prohibited Acts Question #142
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