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Powers & Duties of Notary

Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

A

A New York notary may take acknowledgments anywhere in the State.

B

A New York notary may take proofs of conveyances anywhere in the State.

C

A notary may take acknowledgments only in the county where commissioned.

D

A notary may administer oaths anywhere in the State.

Correct Answer

C. A notary may take acknowledgments only in the county where commissioned.

AI Explanation

Statewide authority is broader than many test-takers remember. Executive Law §135 and the booklet’s "Special Note" explain that a notary may administer oaths, take affidavits, and take acknowledgments and proofs anywhere in New York State. Not to be confused with filing rules, which still tie the commission record to a county clerk.

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