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Legal Terms & Definitions

Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

A

Litigation means the act of carrying on a lawsuit.

B

A misdemeanor is any crime other than a felony.

C

A seal is mandatory for every New York notarial act.

D

A power of attorney is a written statement giving another person authority to act for the principal.

Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)

Reference: Legal Terms & Definitions

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

C. A seal is mandatory for every New York notarial act.

Detailed Explanation

The booklet treats a seal as optional in New York practice. In the “Definitions and General Terms” section, “Seal” explains that New York law does not require the use of seals by notaries public, though a seal used should sufficiently identify the notary, authority, and jurisdiction. Not to be confused with some states where a seal is mandatory.

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