Official misconduct
Issuing a false certificate
Forgery in the second degree
Violation of Judiciary Law §484
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Penal Law §170.10; Penal Law §70.00(2)(d)
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
C. Forgery in the second degree
Detailed Explanation
This is the class D felony figure. Penal Law §170.10 makes forgery in the second degree a class D felony, and Penal Law §70.00(2)(d) sets the maximum term at 7 years. For contrast, issuing a false certificate under §175.40 carries the lower class E / 4-year pairing, while official misconduct under §195.00 is a class A misdemeanor.
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