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What is the first action a notary public must take if their official seal is lost?
What is the first action a notary public must take if their official seal is lost?
- Contact local law enforcement to file a report.
- Inform the California Secretary of State in writing. (correct)
- Order a new seal from their supplier.
- Notify their insurance company.
Within how many working days will the California Secretary of State issue a new certificate of authorization for a seal, after receiving notice from the notary public?
Within how many working days will the California Secretary of State issue a new certificate of authorization for a seal, after receiving notice from the notary public?
- 10 working days.
- 3 working days.
- 2 working days.
- 5 working days. (correct)
Under which of the following circumstances must a notary public destroy or deface their official seal?
Under which of the following circumstances must a notary public destroy or deface their official seal?
- When they change their business address.
- Upon termination of their commission. (correct)
- After 10 years of service.
- When the seal becomes outdated.
Who is responsible for destroying or defacing the seal of a deceased notary public?
Who is responsible for destroying or defacing the seal of a deceased notary public?
A notary public resigns from their position. What procedure must they follow regarding their official seal?
A notary public resigns from their position. What procedure must they follow regarding their official seal?
If a notary public's seal is damaged but still somewhat workable, what action should they take?
If a notary public's seal is damaged but still somewhat workable, what action should they take?
What is the consequence if a notary public fails to report a lost or misplaced seal to the California Secretary of State?
What is the consequence if a notary public fails to report a lost or misplaced seal to the California Secretary of State?
A notary public has their commission revoked. What steps should they take regarding their official seal?
A notary public has their commission revoked. What steps should they take regarding their official seal?
Besides termination or resignation, under what other circumstance should a notary public’s seal be destroyed or defaced?
Besides termination or resignation, under what other circumstance should a notary public’s seal be destroyed or defaced?
What kind of notification is required when a notary public's seal is lost?
What kind of notification is required when a notary public's seal is lost?
Flashcards
Lost or Damaged Seal
Lost or Damaged Seal
Notary must inform California Secretary of State immediately if seal is lost, misplaced, destroyed, broken, damaged, or unworkable.
Destroying a Seal
Destroying a Seal
Upon termination, resignation, revocation of commission, or death, the notary or representative must destroy or deface the seal.
Study Notes
- Notaries must inform the California Secretary of State immediately if their seal is lost, misplaced, destroyed, broken, damaged, or unworkable.
- The California Secretary of State will issue a new certificate of authorization within five working days of receiving notice, if requested.
- This certificate allows the notary to obtain a replacement seal.
- Upon termination, resignation, revocation of commission, or death, the notary or their representative must destroy or deface the seal.
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