What is a Notarial Record Book?

• A. Where the notary public records at length all acts, protests, depositions, and other things, noted or done in the notary's official capacity.
• B. A log of all financial transactions of the notary
• C. A register of witnesses
• D. A log of court cases

Answer: (A)

A Notarial Record Book is the official log a notary keeps of every act performed while acting in an official capacity. It documents details of each notarial act—such as acknowledgments, jurats, oaths or affirmations, protests, and related items—so there is a clear, contemporaneous record of who appeared, what was done, when, and how identity was verified. This journal provides a verifiable trail that supports the validity of the notarization and helps resolve disputes if questions arise later. It’s not about personal finances, witnesses, or court cases, which are recorded separately.