Which of the following best describes the notary journal's purpose?

• A. It stores original documents
• B. It is optional for all notaries
• C. It records the dates and type of acts performed
• D. It records the signerpersonal information

Answer: (C)

The notary journal is a record of notarial acts kept to create a verifiable trail. It should document when each act occurred and what kind of act it was (for example, acknowledgment, jurat, or oath), along with key identifying details about the signer and the document. This log provides accountability and serves as evidence if questions about the act arise later. It’s not meant for storing original documents, and in Connecticut keeping a journal is a standard, not optional, practice. While signer information is included, the core purpose is to record the dates and types of acts performed, which is why that description fits best.