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What is a Notary Public? Correct Answer- A Notary Public is a person of honesty, credibility, truthfulness, and integrity appointed by the State of California to serve the public as an impartial witness in performing a variety of acts related to the signing of important documents, taking oaths and affirmations and performing other acts authorized by law. What does a Notary Public do? Correct Answer- A NP authenticates a person's identity A NP verifies that the person has signed the document. A NP compels an affiant to truthfulness. Essentially, a Notary Public ensures the person is who they say they are, witnesses them sign the document, and ensures they are telling the truth. What is required to become a Notary Public in California? Correct Answer- - 18 years old or above

• Legal resident of California
• complete a state approved education course
• Pass a written exam prescribed by the Secretary of State
• Possess integrity
• Pass a background test
• Submit an application How many hours of training must be completed to become a Notary Public? Correct Answer- - 6 hours
• 3 hours if you are renewing What is the duty of a Notary Public? Correct Answer- It is the duty of a Notary Public to perform a notarial act when presented with a proper request and the fee for the notarial act has been paid. How can a Notary Public ensure they are an impartial witness? Correct Answer- The Notary Public must ensure they have no direct financial or beneficial interest in the notarized transaction. This means that they:
• must not be named in the document.
• may never notarize their own signature.

When would their be a conflict of interest for a Notary Public? Correct Answer- A NP who has a direct financial or beneficial interest in a transaction shall not perform any notarization in connection to that transaction.

• Since CA is a community property state, a NP should exercise caution when performing notarial services for a spouse or domestic partner. In real property transactions, a Notary Public would have a Conflict of Interest if named as: Correct Answer- Grantor/grantee Trustor/trustee Lessor/lessee Mortgagor/mortgagee Vendor/vendee Beneficiary ENDS IN OR/EE NO TO NOTARY What is the memory tool to remember when you have to say no to notary in event of conflict of interest? Correct Answer- if it ends in or/ee - NO TO NOTARY When does a Notary Public have no direct financial or beneficial interest if acting on behalf of the signer in the capacity of: Correct Answer- Agent Attorney Employee Escrow holder Insurer Lender In these capacities, the NP is not benefiting directly and may notarize. Who appoints Notaries Public in the state of CA? Correct Answer- The Secretary of State How is the Notary's right to act as an official witness granted? Correct Answer- By a written authorization called a commission. How long is a Notary's term of office? Correct Answer- Four years Where does a Notary have jurisdiction? Correct Answer- statewide How long after receiving their commission from the Secretary of State does a Notary have to file an oath? Correct Answer- 30 days What are the two steps of authenticating a commission? Correct Answer- - Take and file an oath of public office
• File a $15,000 surety bond with the county clerk's office

What are the two ways in which a Notary may file an oat of office? Correct Answer- In person: a county clerk employee will administer the oath of office and identify the Notary. By mail or physical delivery that provides a receipt: another Notary in the same county where the Notary is filing the oat and bond will administer the oat of office. Where is the Notary's bond purchased? Correct Answer- from a California Admitted Surety Insurer in the amount of $15, When may a Notary begin notarizing? Correct Answer- Once the oath and bond are filed. What are the three types of special appointments for a Notary? Correct Answer- - Military Base

• Public Employee
• Private Employee A Notary commissioned for a military base or naval reserve: Correct Answer- - Is a federal civil service employee
• Must be a US citizen
• Notarizes on base only
• May charge no fees
• Commission ends when service on base ends A Notary commissioned for a public state, county, city, or public school district agency: Correct Answer- - Must be an employee of a public agency
• Notarizes for public agency only
• Must charge for all notarial services
• Remits fees charged back to agency
• Commission ends when employment ends A Notary Public who has agreed to special provisions with his or her employer to limit services to the employer's business during business hours. Correct Answer- - Bond and supplies paid for by employer
• Limited service agreement
• Agreement may contain a fee remission agreement during business hours
• end of employment does not end commission What are the circumstances when the Secretary of State must be notified? Correct Answer- - Address change
• Name change
• resignation of notary
• death of the notary How long does a Notary Public have to notify SOS of address change? Correct Answer- 30 days

A Notary who changes the address of his or her principle place of business to a new county has the ______________ to file a new oath of office and bond in the new county Correct Answer- option In the event of a legal name change, a Notary must file a ________________________________ with the SOS office. Correct Answer- name-change application Willful failure to notify the SOS of a change of address or name can result in an infraction with a fine of up to ______________. Correct Answer- $ If a Notary resigns, is disqualified, removed from office, or allows their appointment to expire without obtaining reappointment in 30 days, they must: Correct Answer- Turn in journals and papers to county clerk in the county where their oath is on file within 30 days and destroy or deface their seal When must the SOS be notified of the death of a notary? Correct Answer- immediately Upon the death of a Notary, journals must be turned into the county clerk where the oath was filed within _____ days. Correct Answer- 30 What are the two circumstances in which the SOS will make a request of the Notary? Correct Answer- - Information about a notarial act

• A certified copy of a journal entry How long does a Notary Public have to respond to written requests from SOS? Correct Answer- 30 days or within the specified time What are the five steps of notarization? Correct Answer- 1. Require personal appearance

2. Scan the document for completeness
3. Identify and screen the signer
4. Record the journal entry
5. Complete the notarial certificate Can a phone call, email, or web broadcast replace a personal appearance? Correct Answer- No What must a notary scan for in a document? Correct Answer- - A complete document

• An original signature A Notary may not take an ____________________________ or a proof of execution on an incomplete document. Correct Answer- acknowledgement

A Notary may not notarize a document containing blanks the Notary knows from his or her ___________________ to be incomplete. Correct Answer- experience What notarial acts involve notarizing signatures? Correct Answer- Acknowledgements Jurats Proof of execution What must a notary screen for before proceeding with any notarization? Correct Answer- willingness and awareness What must a notary obtain for acknowledgements and jurats? Correct Answer- satisfactory evidence of the signer's identity What is classified as satisfactory evidence? Correct Answer- - a state-approved ID

• The oath of one credible identifying witness
• The oats of two credible identifying witnesses Can a Notary use personal knowledge to establish the identity of the signer? Correct Answer- No All acceptable ID documents must be current or _________________________. Correct Answer- issued within the last five years. What are the four main types of CA approved ID documents a Notary may accept? Correct Answer- - ID card or driver's license issued by the CA Dept of Motor Vehicles.
• US passport
• Inmate ID card issued by the CA Dept of Corrections and Rehabilitation (inmates in custody in prison only)
• Any form of inmate ID issued by a sheriff's department (inmates in custody in a local detention facility only) If a signer does not have one of the four main forms of ID, Notaries may rely on these other forms of identification: Correct Answer- - Passport issued by foreign govt
• ID card or drivers license issued by another state
• Drivers license issued by an authorized Canadian or Mexican public agency
• US Military ID card
• Employee ID card issued by an agency of office of a state of CA or office of a CA city/county.
• Consular identification document
• ID card issied by a federally recognized tribal govt What are the four elements ALL ID must contain in order to be acceptable? Correct Answer- - Photograph
• Physical description
• Signature
• Serial Number

A _________________________________________________ is someone who personally knows the signer and who swears to or affirms the signer's identity. Correct Answer- Credible Identifying Witness What is the penalty if a Notary fails to obtain satisfactory evidence to establish the identity of a credible witness? Correct Answer- $10, NO ID = 10G!!!!!!! True or False: When using one credible witness, the notary doesn't need to personally know them. Correct Answer- False. True or False: If a Notary personally knows a credible witness, they don't need a form of ID. Correct Answer- FALSE They must still confirm the identity of the credible witness by examining a state- approved ID document. True or False: When using two credible witnesses, the Notary does not need to know either witness personally. Correct Answer- TRUE. If the Notary does not have credible witnesses take an oath or affirmation, what is the penalty? Correct Answer- $ What must a Notary screen for of the signer? Correct Answer- Willingness and Awareness How many journals can a Notary keep active at one time? Correct Answer- ONE A Notary must make a _______________________ for each notarization Correct Answer- separate and complete All notarial acts must be recorded in ________________________ Correct Answer- sequential order What are the required entries to record in your journal for each notarization? Correct Answer- 1. Date and time

2. Type of notarization (act)
3. Document instrument kind or type
4. Signer identification information
5. fee charged for the Notary

6. Signature of person whose signature is being notarized
7. Thumbprint if required When is a thumbprint required? Correct Answer- - Deeds

• Quitclaim deeds
• Deeds of trust affecting real property
• Documents affecting real property
• Powers of attorney What is the penalty if you fail to get a thumbprint? Correct Answer- $2, When the signer is identified through an identification document, what four pieces of information must be recorded in the journal? Correct Answer- - The type of ID document
• The issuing agency (CA DMV etc)
• The serial number
• The issuance or expiration date The journal must be kept in a locked and secured area under the _____ and _______ control of the Notary when not in use. Correct Answer- Direct Exclusive If a member of the public requests a copy of the journal entry, what must their written request contain? Correct Answer- - Names of the parties
• Type of document
• Month and year of notarization How long does a Notary have to respond to a request? Correct Answer- 15 business days How much can a Notary charge per page for journal line item requests? Correct Answer- 30 cents How long does a Notary have to notify SOS once they surrender their journal? Correct Answer- 10 days How long does a peace officer have to notify SOS that you have surrendered your journal? Correct Answer- 24 hours Willful failure to surrender the journal to a peace officer is punishable with a fine up to Correct Answer- $ When does a notary have to notify SOS of a lost stolen misplaced destroyed or damaged journal? Correct Answer- immediately Notarial Certificates must contain Correct Answer- 1. Notice

2. Venue

3. Statement of particulars
4. Signature
5. Seal
6. Penalty or perjury clause
7. Testimonial clause What shape and size must a seal be? Correct Answer- Rectangular - no larger than 1" x 2 1/2" Circular - no larger than 2" What information must a seal contain? Correct Answer- - Words 'Notary Public'

• CA state seal
• Seal manufacturer's sequential ID number
• Notary's commission name
• county where oath and bond are on file
• Notary's sequential commission number
• Commission expiration date What are the requirements for an acknowledgement? Correct Answer- - The signer must personally appear before the Notary
• The signer must be positively identified using satisfactory evidence
• the signer must acknowledge his or her signature What is the fine for perjury? Correct Answer- $10, What is the maximum fee for an acknowledgement? Correct Answer- $ When is a Jurat used? Correct Answer- A Jurat is used when an individual attests to the truth and accuracy of the statements in the document. What are the requirements for Jurats? Correct Answer- 1. The signer must personally appear before the Notary

2. The signer must be positively identified using satisfactory evidence
3. The signer must sign the document in the Notary's presence
4. The Notary must administer an oath or affirmation to the signer, who declares that the contents of the documents are true. What is the maximum fee for all services in connection with the taking of any deposition? Correct Answer- $ What is the maximum fee for administering an oath to the witness? Correct Answer- $ What is the maximum fee for the certificate for a deposition? Correct Answer- $ What is a subscribing signer? Correct Answer- A substitute signer

If a document requires a thumbprint, can you perform a Proof of Execution? Correct Answer- No. Proof of execution can not be performed on any document requiring a thumbprint. What is a certified copy? Correct Answer- A certified copy is a document that has been verified as an accurate reproduction of an original document. CA Notaries may only certify copies of: Correct Answer- 1. Original powers of attorney

2. Notary journal line entries, upon subpoena or court order or written request by SOS Who may perform a Protest? Correct Answer- A Notary employed by a financial institution during the course and scope of the Notary's employment? California Notaries Public are prohibited from performing any ____________________________- Correct Answer- Duties that may be construed as the practice of law. Unauthorized practice of law includes: Correct Answer- - Giving advice about documents

• Preparing documents
• Choosing the notarial act aka notaries must 'stay in their lane' What happens if a notary public fails to include a statement on all advertisements clarifying 'I am not an attorney, and, therefore, cannot give legal advice about immigration or any other legal matters.' and the fees set by statute which a Notary public may charge? Correct Answer- The state will susspend the Notary Public's commission for at least a year or revoke it altogether. What is the civil fine for if a notary fails to include a statement on all advertisements clarifying 'I am not an attorney, and, therefore, cannot give legal advice about immigration or any other legal matters.' and the fees set by statute which a Notary public may charge? Correct Answer- $ A notary public who is also an immigration consultant is prohibited from Correct Answer- Advertising in any manner whatsoever that he or she is a Notary Public What is the civil penalty for overcharging the maximum notary fees? Correct Answer- $ Memory trick for when civil penalties of $750 Correct Answer- NONO N - No O - Oath N - Negligence

O - Over Charging When are fees prohibited? Correct Answer- When notarizing a US military veteran's application or claim for military pension, allotment, insurance, or other veterans benefit. When notarizing signatures on vote by mail or absentee ballot identification envelopes, circulators affidavit, and nomination documents. True or false: An interpreter may be used to help the notary communicate with the signer. Correct Answer- False. A notary public must be able to communicate directly with a signer and a translator may not be used. True or False: A Notary may notarize a signature written in a foreign language Correct Answer- True. They can still scan for completeness and use a notarial certificate in English When is the impression of the Notary seal not required? Correct Answer- When completing a notarization on a CA subdivision map What must a Notary write if they are not using a seal in the instance of the CA subdivision map? Correct Answer- they must write: Commission Name Commission expiration date County of Principal place of business What are the three types of penalties for misconduct? Correct Answer- Criminal penalties = jail Civil penalties = $$$ Administrative penalties Criminal violations are classified as _____, ________, and __________ Correct Answer- infractions misdemeanors felonies Misdemeanor offences re punishable by a fine up to ______________ and / or ____________________ in jail Correct Answer- $1, 6 months

1: What is one requirement for becoming a California Notary Public? Correct Answer- Be a legal resident of California 2: Your jurisdiction will be: Correct Answer- The entire state of California 3: A possible penalty for committing perjury is: Correct Answer- 2, 3 or 4 years 4: You have how many days to take your oath of office after your commencement date: Correct Answer- 30 days 5: If you request a new Certificate of Authorization, the State of California must respond within: Correct Answer- 5 days 6: The agency of the State that will give you the new certificate is the: Correct Answer- Secretary of State 7: Using the words notario publico: Correct Answer- Is prohibited 8: If a notary willingly and knowingly notarizes a real estate document that they know to be fraudulent, they are guilty of a: Correct Answer- Felony 9: Death Certificates Correct Answer- Are not notarized 10: A subscribing witness can bring you a: Correct Answer- Homestead Declaration 11: The penalty for stating a known false face as true is now: Correct Answer- $10, 12: Two credible witnesses A. Are not allowed, B. must be over 21, C. must be fingerprinted or D. None of the above. Correct Answer- None of the above 13: When do you officially become a notary: Correct Answer- When your oath and bond are filed 14: The notary stamp may be: Correct Answer- Rectangular 15: The size of the stamp could be: Correct Answer- 1" W x 2 1/2 L 16: If you are one of the following concerning a document, you must not notarize it: A. Agent B. Employer C. Lawyer or D. Trustor or Trustee Correct Answer- Trustor or Trustee 17: The fine for overcharging for a non-immigration form is: Correct Answer- Up to $ 18: The fine for failing to notify the State that your stamp or journal was lost is: Correct Answer- Up to $1,

19: Willful failure to provide a peace officer with a journal when requested is punishable by a civil penalty of up to: Correct Answer- Up to $2,500. 20: What is the fine for failing to post signs in English and in the other language that you use that you are not an attorney and cannot give legal advice: Correct Answer- Up to $1,500 and at least of year suspension of commission and on second time - revocation of commission for life 21: When a regulation states 30 days it means: Correct Answer- Calendar days 22: Your commission is dated 09/01/05 and you get your oath filed on 09/25/05. Your commission will expire: Correct Answer- 08/31/09. 4 years from the date of your commission 23: The fee for notarizing a circulator's affidavit is: Correct Answer- $ 24: A notary can certify a copy of a power of attorney according to the: Correct Answer- Probate Code 25: You may turn your journal over to: Correct Answer- A peace officer with probable cause 26: During the signature by mark process, how many people write the name of the X signer: Correct Answer- One 27: If you move, you must contact the: Correct Answer- Secretary of State (within 30 days) 28: Of you move, you must contact the proper authority within: Correct Answer- 30 days (Secretary of State) 29: If you give your journal to a proper authority, you must notify the Secretary of State: (How much time do you have to do this?) Correct Answer- 10 days 30: A commission is valid for ______ years: Correct Answer- 4 years 31: Your 4-year notary bond is worth: Correct Answer- $15, 32: The statue of limitations for making a statement known to be false is: Correct Answer- 4 years 33: To be acceptable, ID's must be current or issued within the past: Correct Answer- 5 years 34 What does not need to be on a passport? A. Picture of holder B. Holder's signature C. Notary's signature D; Date of issue Correct Answer- Notary's signature

35: Notary certificates are signed by: A. Notary B. Secretary of State C. Client D. Lender Correct Answer- Notary 36: An ID needs the holder's: Correct Answer- Picture, signature, and physical description 37: When taking an oath: Correct Answer- Raising right hand is not required 38: Notaries must: A. Keep a photocopy of every document notarized B. Keep their stamp and journal under their direct control C. Refuse service to a homeless individual D. None of the above. Correct Answer- Keep their stamp and journal under their direct control 39: When you resign a commission, you deliver all your papers to: Correct Answer- County Clerk where your current oath is on file 40: If you fail to file the oath and bond on time: A. Your commission is void B. You must pay $20 to reapply C. You must complete a new application D. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above 41: A notary seeking reappointment must retake the notary exam: (How often) Correct Answer- Every 4 years 42: The fine for wilful failure to notify the Secretary of State of an address or name change is: Correct Answer- $ 43: Notaries can withhold services: A. When their employer limits services to transactions related to the employer's business B. When a document is incomplete C. When they believe someone does not understand what they are signing D. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above 44: Which is the true statement? A. It is the notary's duty to draft power of attorney - mortgages and deeds when requested B. A notary does not have to charge a fee C. Holographic wills must be notarized to be valid D. Holographic wills are typewritten, Correct Answer- A notary does not have to charge a fee 45: A notary may: A. Notarize a document in a foreign language B. Not notarized documents that he or she will sign as corporate officers C. Notarize relative's documents D. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above 46: Signers of the following documents must leave a right thumbprint: A. Homestead Declaration B. Power of Attorney C. Trust Deed for real estate D. B & C Correct Answer- Power of attorney and Trust Deed 47: A notary is obligated to: A. Reimburse a surety company for bond funds paid out B. Determine whether a signer has authority to sign as a corporate officer C. Let their

employer hold their seal if they paid for it. D. Use the all-purpose certificate for a jurat Correct Answer- Reimburse a surety company for bond funds paid out 48: An affirmation is: A. Jurat B. Legal equivalent of an oath but has no referral to a Supreme Being C. Never used D. All of the above Correct Answer- Legal equivalent of an oath but has no referral to a Supreme Being 49: A non-attorney notary (qualified & bonded as an immigration consultant) may charge up to $10 for: A. Completing a person's immigration application B. Oaths and affirmation C. Per signature on a jurat D. All of he above Correct Answer- All of the above 50: A notary may not notarize: A. When they are the attorney who drafted the papers B. When they are a real estate agent who sold the property C. For a spouse D. When they are a mortgagor in a transaction Correct Answer- When they are a mortgagor in a transaction 51: For a first-time applicant to get a commission they: A. Must pass an exam B. Be fingerprinted C. Be at least 18 years of age D. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above

56. A certified copy certifies that the reproduction: a. Is accurate b. Is never done c. Can be charged $30 d. None of the above Correct Answer- Is accurate
57. Influencing a notary to perform improperly is a: a. Moral Turpitude Felony b. Misdemeanor c. Felony d. Infraction Correct Answer- A misdemeanor
58. Notaries shall not perform notary actions if they are: a. An Attorney b. An Employee c. Named as a principal in a financial transaction d. An Agent Correct Answer- Named as a principal in a financial transaction
59. Which of the following is signed in the presence of the notary: a. Acknowledgment b. Jurat c. Certificate d. None of the above Correct Answer- A Jurat
60. An acknowledgment certifies that under penalty of perjury: a. Signer's identity was satisfactorily proven to notary b. The signer admits that they signed the document c. The signer appeared before the notary d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
61. A man inherits a property in Alabama with his sister and they must send an affidavit to the court. He can have a friend notarize his signature and: a. He can notarize his sister's signature b. He can notarize both signatures c. He can never notarize an Alabama document d. He can't do either notarization Correct Answer- He can't do either notarization
62. Notaries obtain their seals from the: a. Secretary of State b. County Clerk c. Approved vendors or manufacturers d. Their employer Correct Answer- Approved vendors or manufactures

63. When a subscribing witness brings a document the action is called: a. Acknowledgment b. Protest c. Jurat d. Proof of Execution Correct Answer- Proof of Execution
64. If a principal cannot appear, the document may be brought to the notary by: a. Any peace officer b. An agent for the principal c. A spouse d. One subscribing witness Correct Answer- One subscribing witness
65. A subscribing witness is placed under oath and asked: a. Did you sign as a witness? b. Did the signer acknowledge their signing? c. Did the signer ask you to get the document notarized? d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
66. A certificate of authorization may be gotten: a. From the governor's office b. From the Department of Real Estate c. From the Secretary of State d. None of the above Correct Answer- From the Secretary of State
67. Satisfactory evidence of identity means relying on either: a. ID cards b. Credible identifying witnesses c. Business card photos d. a and b Correct Answer- ID cards and credible identifying witnesses
68. A California Notary may: a. Advertise they are immigration consultants b. Take depositions and affidavits c. Certify a copy of a foreign birth certificate d. Normally notarize a will Correct Answer- Take depositions and affidavits
69. An oath is: a. An affirmation b. Never used c. A solemn spoken pledge d. a and c Correct Answer- An affirmation and a solemn spoken pledge
70. An embossed seal impression: a. Is always required by Notary Law b. Can never be used c. Is acceptable but not required d. Is only for senior notaries Correct Answer- Is acceptable but not required
71. Which of the following lists are all Notary Actions: a. Acknowledgment, Jurat, Copy Certification, Oath, Deposition b. Jurat, Affirmation, Protest, Power of Attorney, Loan Document Signing c. Proof of Execution, Protest, Affidavit, Jurat d. Proof of Execution, Jurat, Oath of Office, Acknowledgment Correct Answer- Proof of Execution, Jurat, Oath of Office, Acknowledgement
72. Credible witnesses: a. Are never placed under oath b. Must not have a financial interest in the document c. Must always know the notary d. All of the above Correct Answer- Must always know the notary
73. If you resign a position with your employer: a. You must resign your commission b. Leave all journals with the employer for the new notary c. You take the exam again d. Notify the Secretary of State of any business address change Correct Answer- Notify the Secretary of State of any business address change

70. A Military Notary: a. Is in trouble b. Charges no fees c. Can only charge senior officers d. None of the above Correct Answer- Charges no fees
71. A person who is not commissioned and holds herself out as a notary is: a. Guilty of a felony b. Legal c. Guilty of an infraction d. Guilty of a misdemeanor Correct Answer- Guilty of a misdemeanor
72. An employer of a Notary can: a. Copy Journal entries of business generated documents in front of the notary b. Inspect and retain a sequential journal at any time c. Enter necessary corrections to journal d. Appoint another employee to use the journal when the notary is absent Correct Answer- Copt jurnal entries of business generated documents in front of the notary
73. A notary must respond to a request for a transaction within ____days. a. One b. Two c. Thirty d. Fifteen Correct Answer- 15 days
74. The notary or security bond protects the: a. Notary b. Public c. Employer d. State Correct Answer- Public
75. The only documents that do not require a seal are: a. Subdivision maps b. Veterans certificate c. Circulator's affidavit d. Change of venue Correct Answer- Subdivision maps
76. The county named in the Venue is where: a. The signer personally appeared b. The notary's business is located c. Where the signer lives d. None of the above Correct Answer- The signer personally appeared
77. If a person has no right thumb and a thumbprint is needed: a. Use any finger b. Make a note of this problem c. You use the left thumb d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
78. If asked to notarize an incomplete document, a notary should: a. Make a note in the journal b. Take a thumbprint c. Charge $10 more d. Refuse Correct Answer- Refuse
79. A Notary seal must: a. Be photographically reproducible and contain an expiration date b. Contain the state seal and the words notary public c. Have a serrated or milled edge border d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
80. The most frequently completed form is: a. The acknowledgment b. Jurat c. Confidential marriage license d. Protest Correct Answer- The acknowledgement
81. Linda Martinez, a law student, is starting a business as an immigration consultant. She may not advertise: a. That she is a notary public b. Her fee c. Her office hours d. None of the above Correct Answer- That she is a notary public
82. Which items must always be put in the journal: a. Date, time, type of document, fees b. Date, type of document, fees, address of signer c. Fees, time, document date, name of

signer d. Date, time, fees, thumbprint Correct Answer- Date, time, type of document, fees

83. Some of the elements of a seal are: a. State seal and notary's name b. Expiration date of commission and county where oath is on file c. Sequential ID number of manufacturer and notary's sequential commission number d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
84. A notary may not advertise a. Fees to be charged b. In Spanish c. The Spanish terms notario publico or notario d. On a desk plaque Correct Answer- The Spanish terms notario public or notario
85. The main purpose of a credible identifying witness is to: a. Substitute for a signer b. Watch the signer sign the document c. Prove that a person signed a document d. Identify a signer Correct Answer- Identify a signer
86. Why are two witnesses for a signature by mark necessary? a. To view the making or the acknowledging of the mark b. To identify the signer c. To sign the journal d. To sign for a disabled signer Correct Answer- To view the making or acknowledging of the mark
87. You are notarizing a document for a personal friend. Which of the following must be included in your journal? a. Signer's driver's license number b. Type of Document c. Notary fee d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
88. A written request for a photocopy of a journal entry must contain: a. Type of notarization, type of document and names of parties b. Type of document, month and year of notarization, and parties' signatures c. Type of notarization, month and year of notarization and names of parties d. Type of document, month and year of notarization and names of parties Correct Answer- Type of document, month and year of notarization and names of parties
89. A right thumbprint is not required in the Notary journal for a: a. Deed of reconveyance b. Grant deed c. Warranty deed d. Deed of trust Correct Answer- Deed of reconveyance
90. If a private employer and an employee enter into an agreement: a. Fees must go to the employee b. No fees can be collected c. The notary must pay for the bond d. Notary actions can be limited to business transactions Correct Answer- Notary actions can be limited to business transactions
91. An expired California Driver's License was issued 52 months before presentation to you: a. It is acceptable as identification b. Expired licenses are not valid c. Signer must use a credible witness d. A subscribing witness could be used Correct Answer- It is acceptable as identification

92. Notaries may not certify a copy of a: a. Journal entry requested by the Secretary of State b. Durable power of attorney for health care document c. Journal entry requested by a member of the public d. Limited power of attorney document Correct Answer- Journal entry requested by a member of the public
93. When a Notary changes a business address to a new county within California: a. The Notary must notify the Secretary of State of the address change b. The Notary must file a new oath of office and amendment to the Notary's bond in the new county before notarizing documents in the new county c. The Notary must change the name of the county in the Notary's seal d. All of the above Correct Answer- The notary must notify the Secretary of State of the address change
94. A proof of execution may be performed on a: a. Deed of reconveyance b. Quitclaim deed c. Security agreement d. Deed of trust Correct Answer- Deed of reconvenyance
95. A notary who does not deliver papers to a county clerk after they allow a commission to expire is: a. Guilty of a felony b. Guilty of a misdemeanor c. Guilty of an infraction d. None of the above Correct Answer- Guilty of a misdemeanor
96. A certificate reads: Subscribed & Sworn to before me on August 5, 2007 by ________. Whose name goes on the blank? a. Notary b. Signer c. Credible Witness d. Secretary of State Correct Answer- Signer
97. You are not automatically disqualified from doing a notarization when you are a: a. Lessor b. Vendee c. Real Estate Agent d. Grantor Correct Answer- Real Estate Agent
98. By contract an employee and employer can: a. Charge $20 for a one person Jurat b. Notarize outside of California c. Eliminate their journal d. Limit services solely to their business Correct Answer- Limit services solely to their business
99. By using the term notario publico in an advertisement, the Notary's commission could be: a. Suspended for a period of not less than six months or revoked immediately. b. Suspended for a period of not less than six months and revoked on the second offense c. Suspended for a period of not less than one year and revoked on the second offense d. None of the above Correct Answer- Suspended for a period of not less than one year and revoked on the second offense
100. A Notary may not charge a fee for notarization on: a. A power of attorney b. A circulator's affidavit c. A quitclaim deed d. An affidavit of support Correct Answer- A circulator's affidavit
101. A Notary may use his or her commission: a. To endorse a product b. To notarize for veterans c. To advise clients on immigration matters d. Both a and c Correct Answer- To notarize for veterans

102. A Notary who engages in the unauthorized practice of law may face: a. Commission denial b. Commission revocation c. Commission suspension d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
103. When can your notary commission be suspended and/or revoked? a. Not paying child support b. Charging $10 for a set of immigration papers in addition to normal notarization fees c. Charging a friend less then the general public d. Entering the amount charged in your journal Correct Answer- Not paying child support
104. When a notary is employed by a city, county or state agency, fees collected for non- agency related notarization are: a. Kept by the Notary b. Turned over to a supervisor c. Remitted by the Notary Public to the employing agency d. Always free Correct Answer- Remitted by the Notary Public to the employing agency
105. It is allowable for a notary to notarize for a family member when acting as a: a. Grantor b. Trustee c. Lessor d. Employee Correct Answer- Employee
106. A notary can notarize documents to be filed in another State but: a. Must use California form b. Can't certify signer holds a particular capacity c. Can't charge any fees d. Only jurats Correct Answer- Can't certify signer holds a particular capacity
107. An oath to a witness: a. Always refers to God b. Can use phrase "under penalty of perjury" c. Never refers to a Superior Being d. Has only one recommended question Correct Answer- Can use phrase "under penalty of perjury"
108. If your employer, John Smith, asks to see your journal, which you use in business, to see who is giving him the most business, you should: a. Let him look at your journal b. Refuse to let him look at the journal c. Let him see only the items pertaining to his business d. Remind him it is your journal and he may not look at it Correct Answer- Let him see only the items pertaining to his business
109. In the case of the death of a notary public, the personal representative of the deceased shall: a. Promptly notify the Secretary of State and return journal to the Secretary of State b. Promptly notify the Secretary of State and return seal and journal to the State c. Promptly notify the County where the oath and bond are recorded d. Promptly notify the Secretary of State and send their papers and records to the county where their oath is recorded. Correct Answer- Promptly notify the Secretary of State and send their papers and records to the county where their oath is recorded
110. No fees may be charged for verifying: a. A jurat b. Nomination document or circulator's affidavit c. Any acknowledgments d. Any Correct Answer- Nomination document or circulator's affidavit
111. When performing a signature by mark notarization: a. The signer must make his or her mark in the Notary's journal b. The signer does not have to be identified c. The notary must make the mark in his or her journal d. The notary must sign the person's

name near his or her mark on the signature line Correct Answer- The signer must make his or her mark in the Notary's journal

112. A Notary Public can notarize a signature on a document that: a. They signed as a principal b. In which they have a direct financial interest c. Is incomplete d. Is in a foreign language Correct Answer- Is in a foreign language
113. Which of the following must be included in a Journal: a. Date of document b. Address of signer c. Character of every document d. Thumbprint of a trustee deed's signer Correct Answer- Character of every document
114. If a credible witness personally knows the signer and the notary: a. Only one witness is needed b. Two witnesses are needed c. Three witnesses are needed d. None of the above Correct Answer- Only one witness is needed
115. When the last day for filing an instrument or other document with a state agency falls upon a Saturday or holiday, such act may be performed: a. Within one week b. Within two weeks c. Within thirty days d. Upon the next business day Correct Answer- Upon the next business day
116. Notaries need not record in their journals: a. The date and time of notarization b. The fees charged for a notarial services c. Type of document notarized d. The signer's address Correct Answer- The signer's address
117. When the venue of the Notary's certificate has been filled in beforehand with an incorrect state and county, the Notary must: a. Attach a loose certificate with a correct venue b. Reject the document c. Not tamper with words that may have been filled in by an attorney d. Line through the inapplicable words, writing in the correct state and county Correct Answer- Line through the inapplicable words, writing in the correct state and county
118. Any person who coerces a notary to perform improperly is guilty of: a. A Felony b. An Infraction c. Nothing d. Misdemeanor Correct Answer- Misdemeanor
119. Effective July 1, 2005 all appointed persons must complete: a. Six hours of study b. Three hours of study c. Forty-five hours of study d. A 60 question exam Correct Answer- Six hours of study
120. The main purpose of an acknowledgment is to: a. Authenticate signatures b. Establish mental competence c. Require personal appearance d. Both a and c Correct Answer- Authenticate signatures and require personal appearance
121. When notarizing a document containing an acknowledgment, the Notary: a. Must see the document signer sign before them b. May accept a document that has already been signed c. Must administer an oath d. Must take a copy of the acknowledgment Correct Answer- May accept a document that has already been signed

122. To communicate with the Secretary of State about a change in address: a. A Notary must communicate the change when it is a business address b. A Notary must communicate the change when it is a residence address c. By certified mail within 30 days d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
123. When is an oath involved with an acknowledgment: a. Every time b. When the signer would like to swear that the contents of the document are true c. When the signer utilizes a credible witness as ID d. An oath is never used in an acknowledgment Correct Answer- When the signer utilizes a credible witness as ID
124. One main purpose of a Jurat is to: a. Not identify the signer b. Copy certify a form c. Make sure the signer signs in front of the Notary d. Gain evidence to insure truthfulness Correct Answer- Make sure the signer signs in front of the Notary
125. To establish proper ID the Notary must accept which of the following from the principal: a. Two credible witnesses with ID's who personally know the principal b. Credible witness personally known by Notary and principal with proper ID. c. One proper ID - current or issued in the last five years d. All of the above Correct Answer- All of the above
126. Exceptions to personal appearance by the principal are: a. There are none b. Credible witness c. Photo Business Card d. Subscribing Witness Correct Answer- Subscribing witness
127. A foreign passport must have one additional item: a. Stamp from U.S. Immigration Agency b. Address of signer c. Phone number of Issuing County d. Thumbprint Correct Answer- Stamp from U.S. Immigration Agency
128. To meet the 30 calendar day filing limit of the oath with the county you must: a. Get them postmarked by 30 days b. Keep them until you can hand deliver them c. Allow for any form of delay d. Pay a fee if late Correct Answer- All for any form of delay
129. A judgment is lodged against a Notary for $22,000 and the bonding company pays $15,000 to the client. The notary is liable for: a. $7,000 b. $22,000 c. $15,000 d. $0 Correct Answer- $22,000
130. The key wording of an acknowledgement is: a. Subscribed and sworn to b. I swear the document is true c. Personally appeared d. Protest the payment Correct Answer- Personally appeared
131. A subscribing witness can be identified by: a. Their current U.S. Passport b. One credible witness known to the subscribing witness and the notary who has ID c. Two credible witnesses with proper ID cards d. A principal who knows them personally Correct Answer- One credible witness known to the subscribing witness and the notary who has ID

132. The true statement below about qualifications is, you must be: a. Able to read Spanish b. A U.S. Citizen c. 18 years of age d. Resident of California Correct Answer- Resident of California
133. It is never acceptable to affix a notary seal and signature to a document without: a. The notarial wording b. Being paid c. Giving an oath d. Seeing the person sign the document Correct Answer- The notarial wording
134. If a notary is unable to communicate with a customer the notary: a. Should use an interpreter b. Refer them to someone who speaks their language c. Report them to Immigration authorities d. Should notarize any regular documents Correct Answer- Refer them to someone who speaks their language
135. In foreign language advertising regulations there are strict rules but the one exception is: a. A business card in the foreign language b. A single desk plaque c. An 8 ½" x 11" brochure d. Yellow pages advertising Correct Answer- A single desk plaque
136. When a public agency pays an employee's expenses, the fees: a. Shall be remitted to the agency b. Are distributed per an employee-agency agreement c. Are never collected d. Go to the notary Correct Answer- Shall be remitted to the agency
137. When a check has not been honored for payment, the Secretary of State shall give a written notice. If no correction is done a second notice of cancellation shall be effective when: a. 90 days b. 30 days c. 20 days d. 10 days Correct Answer- 20 days
138. Which company has extremely high Notary passing rates? a. Duane Gomer Seminars b. Duane Gomer Seminars c. Duane Gomer Seminars d. Any of the above Correct Answer- Any of the above A possible penalty for committing perjury is how many years in prison? Correct Answer- 2 - 4 years If you request a new Certificate of Authorization, the State of California must respond within how many days? Correct Answer- 5 days Are death certificates notarized? Correct Answer- No A subscribing witness can bring you a what? Correct Answer- Homestead declaration The penalty for stating a known false face as true is how much of a fine? Correct Answer- $10,000 The fine for failing to notify the state that your stamp or journal was lost is up to ...? Correct Answer- $1,500 Willful failure to provide a peace officer with a journal when requested is punishable by a civil penalty up to Correct Answer- $2,500

When a regulation states 30 days it means: Correct Answer- Calendar days Your commission is dated 9/1/05 and you get your oath filed on 9/25/05. Your commission will expire: Correct Answer- 8/31/09 The fee for notarizing a circulator's affidavit is Correct Answer- $0 A notary can certify a copy of a power of attorney according to the Correct Answer- Probate code During the signature by mark process, how many people write the name of the X signer Correct Answer- One If you move, you must contact the proper authority within Correct Answer- 30 days A commission is valid for ______ years: Correct Answer- 4 years Your 4-year notary bond is worth Correct Answer- $15,000 The statute of limitations for making a statement known to be false is: Correct Answer- 4 years To be acceptable, ID's must be current or issued within the past Correct Answer- 5 years Notary certificates are signed by Correct Answer- notary A notary seeking reappointment must retake the notary exam Correct Answer- Every 4 years Notaries can withhold services Correct Answer- - When they employer limits services to transactions related to the employer's business

• When a document is incomplete
• When they believe someone does not understand what they are signing A notary does not have to charge a fee Correct Answer- KNOW Signers on what documents must leave a right thumbprint? Correct Answer- Power of attorney and trust deed for real estate An affirmation is Correct Answer- Legal equivalent of an oath but has no referral to a Supreme Being

How much to charge as a non-attorney notary (qualified & b. bonded as an immigration c. consultant) for per signature on a jurat? Correct Answer- $10 How much is it to charge for completing a person's immigration application? Correct Answer- $10 How much is it to charge for oaths and affirmations as a non-attorney notary? Correct Answer- $10 Notaries obtain their seals from the Correct Answer- approved vendors or manufacturers A subscribing witness is placed under oath and asked...? Correct Answer- Did you sign as a witness? Did the signer acknowledge their signing? Did the signer ask you to get the document notarized? List notary actions Correct Answer- Proof of Execution, Jurat, Oath of Office, Acknowledgment Credible witnesses must not Correct Answer- have a financial interest in the document How much does a military notary charge? Correct Answer- No fees A person who is not commissioned and holds herself out as a notary is Correct Answer- guilty of a misdemeanor An employer of a notary can Correct Answer- Copy Journal entries of business generated documents in front of the notary A notary must respond to a request for a transaction within _____ days Correct Answer- 15 The notary or security bond protects the: Correct Answer- public The only documents that do not require a seal are: Correct Answer- Subdivision maps The county named in the Venue is where: Correct Answer- The signer personally appeared If a person has no right thumb and a thumbprint is needed Correct Answer- use any finger, use left thumb, and make a note of the problem A notary seal mustBe photographically reproducible and contain an expiration date Contain the state seal and "notary public" Have a serrated or milled edge border Correct Answer- know

The most frequently completed form is: Correct Answer- the acknowledgment Which items must always be put in the journal Correct Answer- Date, time, type of document, fees The main purpose of a credible identifying witness is to Correct Answer- identify a signer Why are two witnesses for a signature by mark necessary? Correct Answer- To view the making or the acknowledging of the mark You are notarizing a document for a personal friend. What must be included in your journal? Correct Answer- Signer's driver's license number Type of Document Notary fee A written request for a photocopy of a journal entry must contain Correct Answer- type of document month and year of notarization names of parties A right thumbprint is not required in the Notary journal for a: Correct Answer- Deed of reconveyance When a Notary changes a business address to a new county within California, the notary must Correct Answer- notify the secretary of state A proof of execution may be performed on a Correct Answer- deed of reconveyance You are not automatically disqualified from doing a notarization when you are a Correct Answer- real estate agent By using the term notario publico in an advertisement, the Notary's commission could be: Correct Answer- Suspended for a period of minimum one year and revoked on the second offense A Notary may not charge a fee for notarization on what? Correct Answer- a circulators affidavit What is an integrity, state appointed public servant who is an impartial witness? Correct Answer- Notary public Can you notarize a document you are named in? Correct Answer- No Can you notarize your own signature? Correct Answer- No Can the notary have a direct financial or beneficial interest? Correct Answer- No