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What is NOT a role of a Notary?

  1. Serve the public

  2. Be a third-party witness

  3. Provide legal representation

  4. Verify signatures

The correct answer is: Provide legal representation

The role of a Notary primarily involves functions that ensure the authenticity of documents and the identities of those signing them. Notaries serve the public by facilitating important transactions and confirming that documents are signed willingly and under appropriate circumstances. Providing legal representation is not amongst the duties of a Notary. Notaries do not offer legal advice or represent individuals in legal matters, as they are required to remain impartial and cannot take sides in legal disputes. Instead, their duty is to witness and validate signatures, ensuring that the process is legitimate and compliant with the law. The responsibilities of verifying signatures, serving the public, and acting as a third-party witness are all essential roles that define a Notary's function, while legal representation falls outside of this scope.