Chapter 5: Notarization Process in North Carolina

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What is one of the key requirements for any notarial act according to North Carolina law?

Presence of two witnesses

Submission of a photocopy instead of original documents

Use of a digital signature

Personal appearance of the principal signer (correct)

Why is the notary seal considered the personal property of the notary?

To restrict access to notarization services

To discourage employment termination

To prevent fraud in document signing

To emphasize the importance of the notarial act (correct)

Under what circumstances must an employer surrender the notary seal to the notary?

Upon retirement of the employer

Upon completion of a certain number of notarizations

Upon request by the state authorities

Upon termination of employment, regardless of who purchased the seal (correct)

How many steps are typically involved in performing a proper notarization process?

Anywhere from eight to nine steps Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized about the process of notarization mentioned in the text?

The importance of personal appearance of signers Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a notary public to comply with North Carolina law during a notarial act?

To enhance interstate recognition of notarial acts Signup and view all the answers

What must the notary do after the notarial act has been performed?

Affix the official notary seal near their signature on the same page Signup and view all the answers

If a credible witness is used to identify the principal signer, what must the notary do?

Administer an additional oath to the credible witness Signup and view all the answers

When should a notary affix their official seal on a document?

Only after the notarial act has been completely executed Signup and view all the answers

What must the credible witness swear to the notary regarding the document?

That they have no interest in the execution of the document Signup and view all the answers

Can a notary charge an additional fee for administering an oath to a credible witness?

No, no additional fee can be charged Signup and view all the answers

Where must the impression of the official notary seal be placed?

Near the notary's signature and on the same page Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a notary regarding identifying document signers?

Notaries are required to positively identify every document signer. Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if a notary fails to properly identify a document signer?

The notary's commission may be suspended or revoked. Signup and view all the answers

What is the central act of notarization?

Attesting to the signature of the principal signer(s). Signup and view all the answers

When performing an acknowledgment, is it necessary for the signer to sign the document in the presence of the notary?

No, the document may or may not be signed in the presence of the notary. Signup and view all the answers

When performing an oath or affirmation, when must the signer sign the document?

The signer must sign the document in the presence of the notary. Signup and view all the answers

If a document has already been signed, what must the signer do when performing an oath or affirmation?

The signer must sign the document again in the presence of the notary. Signup and view all the answers

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