California Notary Practice Exam 2023 – Notary Public Seminars

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California Notary Practice Exam Sample

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What does the word “commission” mean as it relates to a Notary Public?

A. The fees a Notary receives for their services.

B. It certifies that a Notary applicant has been approved by the Secretary of State.

C. A certificate that indicates a Notary’s educational requirements were met.

D. A duty given to a person or group of people.

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Who is allowed to select the notarial wording?

A. The Notary

B. The document signer

C. The credible witness

D. Anyone

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The 3 types of satisfactory evidence are:

A. two credible witnesses, one credible witness, identifying documents.

B. two credible witnesses, personal knowledge, identifying documents.

C. signature by mark, one credible witness, identifying documents.

D. two credible witnesses, one credible witness, oaths.

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Every person who makes a false sworn statement to a Notary Public, with knowledge that the statement is false, to induce the Notary Public to perform an improper notarial act on an instrument or document affecting title to, or placing an encumbrance on, real property consisting of a single-family residence containing not more than four dwelling units is guilty of a _________.

A. Misdemeanor

B. Felony

C. Infraction

5 / 5

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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