Powers & DutiesNew York Notary Examination • 2026 Edition
Which of the following best defines a 'jurat' on a sworn affidavit under New York State Notary Public law?
AThe official statement of venue indicating the county where the notary public maintains a primary residence.
BThe certificate issued by the County Clerk authenticating a notary's official signature.
CThe part of an affidavit where the notary public certifies that the document was sworn to before them on a specified date.Correct Answer
DThe clause in a will where subscribing witnesses attest to the testator's signature.
Official 2026 Statutory Legal Analysis
Under the definitions in the NY Notary Public License Law handbook, a jurat is that part of an affidavit where the notary public certifies that it was sworn to before them (e.g., 'Sworn to before me this ___ day of ___'). It is not the affidavit itself, nor is it an attestation clause, venue statement, or authentication certificate.
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