Only the county of residence.
The witness's street and street number, if any.
The witness's ZIP code only.
No residence detail is required if the witness is sworn.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Real Property Law §304
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
B. The witness's street and street number, if any.
Detailed Explanation
The residence requirement becomes more specific for city witnesses. Real Property Law §304 says that a subscribing witness must state the witness's residence, and if that residence is in a city, the street and street number, if any. Not to be confused with §306, which concerns what the officer must include in the certificate after the proof is taken.
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