Question

A notary public subjects himself to the following for asking or receiving more than the statutory allowance for administering an oath in connection with an affidavit.

1. Criminal prosecution 2. Civil Lawsuit 3. removal from office
A. 3 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 1,2 and 3
D. 2 only

Answer 1

A notary public can face criminal prosecution and removal from office for asking or receiving more than the statutory allowance for administering an oath in connection with an affidavit.

Step-by-step explanation:

A notary public subjects himself to the following for asking or receiving more than the statutory allowance for administering an oath in connection with an affidavit:

1. Criminal prosecution

2. Civil Lawsuit

3. Removal from office

So, the answer is B. 1 and 3 only.