A hearing or examination in the presence of one party and the absence of the other
A certificate filed by a county clerk for out-of-state use
A notarial act taken only on Sunday
A deed acknowledged by a corporation
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Legal Terms & Definitions
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
A. A hearing or examination in the presence of one party and the absence of the other
Detailed Explanation
Ex parte is a one-sided proceeding term. In the booklet's glossary, ex parte means a hearing or examination in the presence of, or on papers filed by, one party and in the absence of the other. For contrast, a deposition may involve both sides even though it occurs outside court.
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