That the notary used a county-approved platform
That the person making the acknowledgment or oath appeared through use of communication technology
That the signer was physically located in New York State
That the notary viewed two forms of identification
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Executive Law §135-c(5)(d); Part 182 rather
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
B. That the person making the acknowledgment or oath appeared through use of communication technology
Detailed Explanation
The certificate must reveal the remote appearance method. Executive Law §135-c(5)(d) requires the remote online notarial certificate to state that the person appeared through use of communication technology. Not to be confused with identity-proofing requirements, which are governed by Part 182 rather than by this certificate wording requirement.
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