A notary may refuse an electronic notarial act if not satisfied that the principal is competent or acting voluntarily.
New York law requires every notary to perform electronic notarial acts if requested by a customer.
No business employing a notary may exclusively require all notarial transactions to use electronic notarization.
Electronic notarization does not eliminate the need for compliance with other applicable law.
Correct Answer
B. New York law requires every notary to perform electronic notarial acts if requested by a customer.
AI Explanation
Electronic notarization remains optional for the notary. Executive Law §135-c(8) and (9) make clear that exclusive electronic-only requirements are barred and that no notary is forced to perform an electronic act. For contrast, once a notary does choose to perform one, all statutory conditions still apply.
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