A fee dispute between a notary and a client
A formal certificate by a notary attesting dishonor of a negotiable instrument
A challenge to a county clerk's authentication certificate
A refusal by a signer to take an oath
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Legal Terms & Definitions
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
B. A formal certificate by a notary attesting dishonor of a negotiable instrument
Detailed Explanation
A protest is the formal notarial certificate of non-acceptance or non-payment of certain negotiable instruments such as bills of exchange and notes.
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