Notarial ActsQuestion 30 of 100
What is a jurat?
a.A copy certification
b.A record of a real estate closing
c.A power of attorney
d.A certificate that the signer appeared, was identified, signed in the notary's presence, and swore or affirmed the truth of the document
Explanation
A jurat—'subscribed and sworn to'—requires the signer to appear, be identified, sign in front of the notary, and take an oath or affirmation that the contents are true. It is used for affidavits and other sworn statements.
Law Reference: CA Government Code §8202Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
Related questions on this topic
- In an acknowledgment, what is the signer certifying to the notary?
- What is a key difference between a jurat and an acknowledgment?
- Which notarial act always requires the notary to administer an oath or affirmation?
- For an acknowledgment, must the signer sign the document in the notary's presence?
- The phrase 'Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me' on a certificate indicates which act?
- What is the difference between an oath and an affirmation?
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