A violation carries no civil penalty if the advertisement is online only.
The maximum civil penalty is $1,000; a second violation may lead to suspension, and a third may lead to removal from office.
Any first violation automatically revokes the commission permanently.
The statute applies equally to attorneys admitted to practice in New York.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Executive Law §135-b
Source checked September 7, 2026 · Answer reviewed September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
B. The maximum civil penalty is $1,000; a second violation may lead to suspension, and a third may lead to removal from office.
Detailed Explanation
Executive Law §135-b provides for a civil penalty of up to $1,000. It also allows suspension upon a second violation and removal from office upon a third violation, after notice and opportunity to be heard. Attorneys are excluded from this section.
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