California Notary Countersigning Deer/Bear Tags

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In California, which of the following actions is a notary public authorized to perform regarding deer and bear tags?

Issue duplicate deer or bear tags if the original is lost.
Countersign deer or bear tags to validate them for hunting. (correct)
Collect a statutory fee for notarizing hunting and fishing licenses.
Certify the residency of an applicant for a hunting license.

According to California regulations, what specific information must a notary public include when countersigning a deer or bear tag?

Standard notarial wording such as 'Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me'.
The notary's commission expiration date and county of principal place of business.
A detailed description of the hunter and their hunting location.
Their signature and identification on the tag as a notary public. (correct)

What is the correct procedure for a California notary public who is asked to countersign a deer tag?

Refuse to countersign unless the hunter provides proof of residency and a valid hunting license.
Complete a jurat form, attach it to the tag, and charge a discounted fee for wildlife-related services.
Sign the tag, identify themselves as a notary public, and record the act in their journal without affixing a seal or charging a fee. (correct)
Affix the notary seal, collect the standard notarial fee, and record the transaction in the journal.

Which of the following actions is explicitly prohibited for a California notary public when countersigning a deer or bear tag?

Affixing their official notary seal to the deer or bear tag. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines for California notaries public, what is the permissible fee to charge for countersigning a deer or bear tag?

No fee should be collected for countersigning deer or bear tags. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary for a California notary public to record the countersigning of a deer or bear tag in their journal, even though it is a no-fee service?

To maintain a complete record of all official acts performed as a notary public, regardless of fee. (B) Signup and view all the answers

California Fish and Game Code sections 4341 and 4755 authorize notaries to countersign deer and bear tags. What is the primary intent behind these code sections?

To simplify the tag validation process for hunters by providing accessible countersigning services. (B) Signup and view all the answers

If a California notary public is asked to countersign a deer tag and is unsure of the procedure, what is the most reliable source of information they should consult?

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations and guidelines. (A) Signup and view all the answers

A hunter requests a California notary public to countersign both a deer tag and a bear tag at the same time. According to the guidelines, what should the notary do?

Countersign both tags, ensuring each act is properly recorded in the notary journal. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason a California notary public is permitted to countersign deer and bear tags without using notarial wording?

Because countersigning a hunting tag is considered a ministerial act, not a formal notarial act. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Countersigning Deer/Bear Tags

California notaries can countersign deer or bear tags as per Fish and Game Code sections 4341 and 4755.

Notary's Action for Deer/Bear Tags

When requested, simply sign the tag and identify yourself as a notary public.

Notarial Wording/Seal?

No notarial wording is needed, and do not affix your notary seal.

Fee Collection

No fee can be collected for countersigning a deer or bear tag.

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Journal Entry

Recording the act of countersigning a deer or bear tag in your notary journal is mandatory.

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Study Notes

California notaries public can countersign deer or bear tags
Fish and Game Code sections 4341 and 4755 authorize the countersigning of tags
When countersigning, notaries should sign the tag and identify themselves as a notary public
No notarial wording is required on the tag
Notary seals should not be affixed to the tag
Notaries cannot collect a fee for countersigning
Countersigning must be recorded in the notary's journal

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