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Notary Public Exam — Core Principles

Discipline (NH): practice questions

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Question 1 · New Hampshire

A New Hampshire notary knowingly certifies witnessing a signature they did not witness. What offense is it?

  1. A class B misdemeanor
  2. A class B felony
  3. A violation only
  4. A class A misdemeanor
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D. A class A misdemeanor — RSA 455:16, I(d), II(a).

Question 2 · New Hampshire

An applicant recklessly makes a material false statement on a New Hampshire notary application. What is the consequence?

  1. A civil penalty of up to $1,000
  2. A class B felony charge
  3. A permanent bar from any public office
  4. A fine equal to the commission fee
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A. A civil penalty of up to $1,000 — RSA 455:16, I(a).

Question 3 · New Hampshire

Who may petition the court to levy a civil penalty against a person who violates RSA 455:16, I?

  1. The secretary of state
  2. The county attorney
  3. The attorney general
  4. The executive council
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C. The attorney general — RSA 455:16, III(a).

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