Venue is the geographical place where the notary takes the affidavit or acknowledgment.
Every affidavit or certificate of acknowledgment should show the venue on its face.
Venue is optional because the signature alone proves where the act occurred.
The venue often appears as "State of New York, County of ___ ss.:"
Correct Answer
C. Venue is optional because the signature alone proves where the act occurred.
AI Explanation
Venue is not optional. In "Definitions and General Terms," the booklet defines venue as the geographical place where the act is taken and says every affidavit or certificate of acknowledgment should show the venue on its face; Executive Law §137 likewise imposes the duty to include venue. Not to be confused with the county of original qualification, which is a different required item under §137.
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