Notary Exam Question #050
General Information / Jurat
Can a jurat be affixed to a document that was not signed and sworn to in the presence of the notary public?
- Yes, as long as the signer's identity is verified by satisfactory evidence.
- No, a jurat can only be affixed if a credible witness for the signer personally appeared, signed, and took an oath or affirmation in the presence of the notary public.
- No, a jurat cannot be affixed to a document if the signer did not personally appear, take an oath or affirmation, and sign in the presence of the notary public.
- Yes, if the document is mailed or delivered to the notary public along with a sworn statement.
- Yes, as long as the signer's identity is verified by satisfactory evidence.
- No, a jurat can only be affixed if a credible witness for the signer personally appeared, signed, and took an oath or affirmation in the presence of the notary public.
- No, a jurat cannot be affixed to a document if the signer did not personally appear, take an oath or affirmation, and sign in the presence of the notary public.
- Yes, if the document is mailed or delivered to the notary public along with a sworn statement.
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A jurat cannot be affixed to a document mailed or otherwise delivered to a notary public whereby the signer did not personally appear, take an oath, and sign in the presence of the notary public, even if the signer is known by the notary public. Also, a notary public seal and signature cannot be affixed to a document without the correct notarial wording.