Practice question
A traditional notary is asked to notarize a deed for her spouse, who is a principal. Both the document and identification are otherwise proper. Which applies?
- The notary is disqualified by the relationship to the principal
- The notary may proceed because identity is clear
- The notary may proceed if no fee is charged
- The notary may proceed if the spouse waives objections
- The notary may proceed because marriage eliminates conflicts
Legal references
- https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/assets/pdf/journals/Collation_and_Codification_of_SC_Issuance_DIGITAL.pdf — 2004 Rules on Notarial Practice, Rule IV, Sections 1–6, printed pages 1710–1712.
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