Executive Law 135-a: Fraud, Acting Without Appointment Flashcards
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Q
A person who acts as a notary without first being appointed a notary is guilty of a ?????
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Misdemeanor
A misdemeanor is punishable with a jail term up to and including a year.
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A person not commissioned a notary public who acts as a notary public is guilty of a felony.
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False
Such a person is guilty of a MISDEMEANOR. Also, fraud in office is also a misdemeanor (where not otherwise provided in this act.)
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A notary who practices fraud or deceit is guilty of a ?????? offense.
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Misdemeanor
Notary is also liable for damages to the other parties.
