New York Notary Public License Law is a set of regulations that govern the qualifications, duties, and responsibilities of Notaries Public in the state of New York. This law requires all Notaries Public to be appointed by the Governor of New York and to obtain a license from the Secretary of State. In order to be eligible for a New York Notary Public License, an applicant must be a legal resident of the state of New York, at least 18 years old, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. The New York Notary Public License Law establishes the duties and responsibilities of Notaries Public in the state. These include, but are not limited to, recognizing signatures, witnessing the signing of documents, administering oaths, taking acknowledgments, and certifying copies. The law also outlines the fees that Notaries Public can charge for their services, as well as the penalties for any misconduct or violations of the law. There are two types of New York Notary Public License Law: general and specialized. A general Notary Public license allows the holder to perform all the duties and responsibilities of a Notary Public, while a specialized Notary Public license is limited to specific types of documents, such as real estate deeds, powers of attorney, and wills.