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California Notary Public Exam | 1000
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Who administers the California Notary Public California Secretary of State.
Exam?
What is the minimum age to become a notary in 18 years old.
California?
A notary applicant must be a legal resident of California.
what?
What is "ultimate rule of notary fees"? Charge only what law allows and disclose everything clearly.
What is required before taking the notary exam? Completion of a 6-hour approved notary education course (first-time
applicants).
How often must a notary commission be Every 4 years.
renewed?
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The California notary exam is administered by the Secretary of State.
_______.
What is the passing score for the notary exam? 70%.
What must applicants bring to the exam? Valid government-issued photo ID.
Applicant arrives without ID. What happens? They are not admitted to the exam.
What is required after passing the exam? Background check and Live Scan fingerprints.
What agency processes notary background California DOJ and FBI via Live Scan.
checks?
A notary commission term is ______ years. Four (4).
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What must a notary file with the county clerk? Oath of office and bond.
Time limit to file oath and bond after commission 30 days.
issuance?
What happens if oath is not filed within 30 days? Commission becomes void.
What is the notary bond amount in California? $15,000.00
Purpose of notary bond? Protect the public from notary misconduct.
Is the bond insurance for the notary? No.
A notary seal must include the _______. Required official wording and information.
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