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Who is expressly eligible for the office of notary public under Election Law?

A

A commissioner of elections or inspector of elections.

B

Only a county clerk.

C

Only a judge of a court of record.

D

Any sheriff while in office.

Correct Answer

A. A commissioner of elections or inspector of elections.

AI Explanation

This is one of the booklet's specific eligibility cross-references. Election Law §§3-200 and 3-400 state that a commissioner of elections or inspector of elections is eligible for the office of notary public. In contrast, sheriffs are barred from holding another office by N.Y. Const. art. XIII, §13(a).

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