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Notary Public
License Description Notaries Public are "commissioned" (i.e., licensed) by the Secretary of State. Notarial functions include:  administering oaths and affirmations;  taking affidavits and depositions;  receiving and certifying acknowledgments or proof of such written instruments as deeds, mortgages and powers of attorney; and;  demanding acceptance or payment of foreign and inland bills of exchange, promissory notes and obligations in writing, and protesting the same for non-payment Many banks, law offices and other institutions which deal in financial or real property transactions employ individuals who are commissioned as Notaries Public.
Licensing Agency
NYS Department of State
Division of Licensing Services
One Commerce Plaza
99 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 22001
Albany, NY 12201
(518) 474 4429
leeanne.jones@dos.ny.gov
Active Status Active
Continuing Education No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education No educational requirements
Exam State exam required
License Type Secondary license (another license is a prerequisite)
License Updated 02/06/2023
Physical Requirements No physical requirements

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