A
No offense unless the document is recorded
B
A violation punishable by a $10 fine
C
A misdemeanor
D
A class E felony
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Executive Law §140(15)
Source checked September 7, 2026
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Correct Answer
C. A misdemeanor
Detailed Explanation
Executive Law §140(15) expressly states that a removed commissioner of deeds who, after knowledge of the removal, signs or executes an instrument as a commissioner of deeds or notary public is guilty of a misdemeanor.
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