Illinois Notary Primer Practice Exam

What is meant by "Personal Appearance" in notarization?

1. Only the Notary needs to be present

2. The document signer must sign twice

3. The Notary and signer must both be physically present

4. Can be done via video call

The correct answer is: The Notary and signer must both be physically present

"Personal Appearance" in notarization refers to the requirement that both the Notary and the document signer must be physically present in the same location at the time of notarization. This is to ensure that the Notary can properly identify the signer, verify their willingness to sign the document, and administer the necessary oath or affirmation. It is a critical element in the notarization process to prevent fraud and ensure the integrity of the documents being notarized. Options A, B, and D are incorrect because notarization cannot be completed with only the Notary present, requiring the signer to sign twice, or through a video call as those scenarios do not meet the requirement of "Personal Appearance" in notarization.