California Notary Practice Exam 2023 – Notary Public Seminars

California Notary Practice Exam Sample

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A Notary applicant receives their commission packet from the Secretary of State, how long do they have to file their oath and bond from the commencement date listed on their commission.

A. 30 Calendar Days

B. 30 Business Days

C. 15 Calendar Days

D. 15 Business Days

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Which one does not need a thumbprint

A. Quit Claim Deed

B. Deed of Reconveyance

C. Deed of Trust

D. Power of Attorney

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Stella just got married and she and her husband are buying a house in San Francisco. The deal closed earlier than expected and Stella has not received her new driver’s license with her new name, Stella Brown. Yet, their loan documents indicate her new married name. What can she do?

A. Stella may use two credible witnesses that she knows but who do not know the Notary.

B. Stella may ask the Notary to overlook the name difference

C. Stella may use her temporary license issued by the DMV

D. Stella may use her old ID if she will complete an AKA statement

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If a non Notary assumes, uses or advertises the title of Notary Public in such a manner as to convey the impression that the person is a Notary Public in relation to any document or instrument affecting title to, placing an encumbrance on, or placing an interest secured by a mortgage or deed of trust on, real property consisting of a single-family residence containing not more than four dwelling units, would be found guilty of a _________.

A. Misdemeanor

B. Felony

C. Infraction

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An immigration consultant who is also a Notary may not advertise her Notary services. If in violation, the Secretary of State could:

A. Fine the Notary $10,000.

B. Suspend the Notary’s commission.

C. Fine the Notary $2500.

D. Sentence the Notary to 3 years in Jail

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