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Powers & Duties of Notary

Before taking an acknowledgment, the officer must know or have satisfactory evidence that the person making it is:

A

The person described in and who executed the instrument

B

At least 21 years old

C

A resident of the county where the acknowledgment is taken

D

Represented by counsel

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Correct Answer

A. The person described in and who executed the instrument

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Real Property Law §303 requires the officer to know or have satisfactory evidence that the person making the acknowledgment is the person described in and who executed the instrument.

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