Which item must appear in the notarial certification to indicate when the notarization occurred?

• A. Place of notarization
• B. Signer’s occupation
• C. Notary's commission expiration
• D. Date

Answer: (D)

The date on the notarial certificate shows when the notarization occurred. That timestamp is what identifies the exact day the act took place, which is essential for establishing the document’s timing, validity, and any deadlines tied to the notarization. The place of notarization only tells where it happened, not when. A signer’s occupation isn’t about the timing of the notarization, and the notary’s commission expiration relates to whether the notary was authorized, not the moment the act occurred. So, the date is the element that indicates when the notarization happened.