The notary may solemnize marriages if two witnesses are present.
The notary may solemnize marriages only on Sundays.
The notary has no authority to solemnize marriages and may not take the acknowledgment of parties and witnesses to a written contract of marriage.
The notary may perform a marriage if also an attorney.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Domestic Relations Law §11
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
C. The notary has no authority to solemnize marriages and may not take the acknowledgment of parties and witnesses to a written contract of marriage.
Detailed Explanation
Marriage authority is specifically withheld. The booklet’s discussion of Domestic Relations Law §11 states that a notary public has no authority to solemnize marriages and may not take the acknowledgment of parties and witnesses to a written contract of marriage. Not to be confused with the notary’s ordinary authority to take acknowledgments on many other written instruments.
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