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Appointment & Qualifications

Under Election Law, who is specifically eligible for the office of notary public?

A

A commissioner of elections or inspector of elections.

B

Only a county clerk or deputy county clerk.

C

Only a commissioner of deeds in New York City.

D

Only a sheriff after leaving office.

Correct Answer

A. A commissioner of elections or inspector of elections.

Detailed Explanation

Election officials are expressly eligible. Election Law §§3-200 and 3-400, as listed in the booklet’s appointment section, state that a commissioner of elections or inspector of elections is eligible for the office of notary public. By contrast, sheriffs are limited by the constitutional rule that sheriffs shall hold no other office.

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