California Notary Practice Exam 2023 – Notary Public Seminars

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California Notary Practice Exam Sample

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At what point does a Notary applicant become a commissioned Notary Public?

A. When they file their oath and bond with the County Clerk

B. When they receive their commission packet from the Secretary of State

C. When they receive their exam results for the official state exam

D. When they complete their 6 hours of state approved education

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California Acknowledgment certificates must:

A. be as prescribed be the Secretary of State

B. be substantially in the form prescribed by the Secretary of State

C. make the Notary supercede notarial law.

D. be found on the document presented

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When accepting an ID card from another state, the ID card must have the following:

A. a photograph, signature, identifying number and birth date

B. a signature, identifying number and physical description

C. a signature, identifying number, physical description and photograph

D. a physical description, photograph and signature

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How much would a Notary be fined for negligent failure to obtain a thumbprint on a document that involved real property or a Power of Attorney?

A. $500.

B. $1000.

C. $1500.

D. $2500.

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Who is not allowed to assist someone with immigration forms?

A. An Attorney

B. A representative accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice

C. California Secretary of State and bonded as an immigration consultant

D. California Secretary of State Commissioned Notary Public

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