A notary who is the grantor on the deed being acknowledged.
A notary who is an employee of a corporation but is not signing the instrument.
A notary who is an attorney taking a client's acknowledgment.
A notary who previously filed a certificate of official character in another county.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Executive Law §138
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
A. A notary who is the grantor on the deed being acknowledged.
Detailed Explanation
Direct beneficial interest disqualifies the officer. The booklet's "Notary public—disqualifications" section says a notary who is a party to or directly and pecuniarily interested in the transaction cannot act, and a grantor plainly fits that rule. Unlike a mere corporate employee notary covered by Executive Law §138, a grantor is personally executing the instrument.
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