Arkansas Notary Practice Test

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Who can sign a document on behalf of a person who cannot sign?

A disinterested third party with 2 disinterested witnesses
A family member with 2 witnesses
An attorney with the legal authority
A friend with 2 witnesses

The correct answer is: A disinterested third party with 2 disinterested witnesses

Context In order for a document to be legally binding, the person signing it must have the mental capacity to understand and consent to its contents. If a person is unable to sign the document themselves, then a legally authorized individual may sign on their behalf. In this case, the answer is A because a disinterested third party does not have a personal or financial interest in the matter, ensuring the document's validity. Additionally, having 2 disinterested witnesses further strengthens the document's validity, as they can attest to the signing process and the person's inability to sign. The other options of a family member, attorney, or friend may have a personal or financial interest in the matter, making their signature questionable and potentially invalidating the document. It's important to note that the identity of the disinterested third party and witnesses may vary depending on the specific requirements and regulations of the document or jurisdiction. Therefore, option A is the correct answer in general and should be followed after verifying the necessary criteria for the specific document.