Sample Notary Exam 1

Question 30

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30) Falsifying an acknowledgment is forgery which is punishable by which of the following?
a) Imprisonment for 2,3 or 4 years.
b) Imprisonment in the county jail for up to 1 year.
c) A fine of up to $500
d) Falsifying an acknowledgment is illegal but not forgery.

Correct answer: b
         
          Falsifying an acknowledgment is forgery according to the Secretary of State. See question number 7 for a discussion on falsifying an acknowledgment. Falsifying an acknowledgment can also be perjury since the notary has violated the Notary oath on file with the County Clerk’s office.  Perjury is punishable by imprisonment for 2,3 or 4 years while forgery is punishable in the county jail for up to 1 year.