A person with a criminal conviction can never be appointed as a notary in New York under any circumstances.
The Secretary of State may consider applicable statutory standards before deciding whether a conviction is a bar to appointment.
The Secretary of State may suspend or remove a notary for misconduct after charges and an opportunity to be heard.
Good moral character and familiarity with the duties of a notary are appointment considerations for ordinary applicants.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Executive Law §130; Correction Law article
Source checked September 7, 2026 · Answer reviewed September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
A. A person with a criminal conviction can never be appointed as a notary in New York under any circumstances.
Detailed Explanation
A conviction is not always an automatic lifetime bar. Executive Law §130 allows appointment if the Secretary of State makes the required finding under applicable statutes, including Correction Law article 23-A. For contrast, the statute still requires moral character and duty familiarity for ordinary applicants.
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