A commissioner of elections or inspector of elections.
Only a county clerk.
Only a judge of a court of record.
Any sheriff while in office.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Election Law §§3-200
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
A. A commissioner of elections or inspector of elections.
Detailed 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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