New York Notary Exam Sample Questions

We are frequently asked what kind of questions are on the New York Notary Exam. Well, we cannot determine what you will be asked. But, based on previous exam questions, we can give you an idea of what to look for. Here are some New York Notary Exam Sample Questions. Remember this: All of the questions come from the New York State Notary License law. To get a copy of the Licensing Law, visit New York’s website and scroll down to the link – Laws, Rules and Regulations. You can then download the PDF file. So, let’s take a look at the types of questions that could be asked on the exam.

New York Notary Exam Sample Questions

The New York Secretary of State can charge a fee of $25.00 for changing an address, or the name of the notary public. True or False.
This is FALSE. The fee for changing a notary’s name or address is $10.00

1. A certification of the signature of a notary must be issued by a New York State court. True or False.
   This is FALSE.  Any certification of a notarial signature would be done by the county clerk.
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2. Any member of the New York State Legislature cannot receive a notary appointment. True or False.
   This is False.  Because a member of the legislature can certainly be appointed as a notary public.
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3. A deposition may be taken before a New York Notary in a civil proceeding. True or False.
   This is True.
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4. A notary has the power to solemnize a marriage. True or False.
   This is False.
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5. Anyone who acts as a notary public, but has not taken and filed an oath of office is guilty of a misdemeanor. True or False.
   This is True.
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6. If a notary is asked to administer an oath or affidavit, must administer same. True or False.
   This is True. Otherwise, failing to do so is a misdemeanor.
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7. A _________ is a witness testimony which is taken outside of a courtroom before a notary public.
   The answer is “A Deposition.”
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8. A New York Notary’s appointment last for _________ years.
   The answer is Four Years.  Therefore, after that time they can renew their commission.
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9. The _________ issues the renewal of a notary appointment.
   The answer is: The County Clerk, who then sends it to the Secretary of State.

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More About New York Notary Exam Sample Questions

Bear in mind that the exam consists of 40 questions. Furthermore, the above is merely a small sample of the types of questions you might encounter. By the way, If you wish to become a New York Notary, we want to help you prepare. A good source to better understand Notary License Law is to watch Michael Closen’s YouTube video.

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