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What is the minimum bond amount required for a notary public in California?
What is the minimum bond amount required for a notary public in California?
Where must the notary public's bond be filed?
Where must the notary public's bond be filed?
Who is liable for damages caused by a notary public's misconduct?
Who is liable for damages caused by a notary public's misconduct?
What type of insurance is recommended for notaries public to protect themselves from liability?
What type of insurance is recommended for notaries public to protect themselves from liability?
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What is the potential consequence for a notary public who is found liable for damages exceeding their insurance policy limits?
What is the potential consequence for a notary public who is found liable for damages exceeding their insurance policy limits?
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What is the primary purpose of the $15,000 bond required for California notary publics?
What is the primary purpose of the $15,000 bond required for California notary publics?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between the notary public bond and insurance?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between the notary public bond and insurance?
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If a notary public's misconduct results in damages exceeding the $15,000 bond amount, who is ultimately responsible for covering the remaining costs?
If a notary public's misconduct results in damages exceeding the $15,000 bond amount, who is ultimately responsible for covering the remaining costs?
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In what scenario is the bonding company obligated to pay a claim filed against a notary public?
In what scenario is the bonding company obligated to pay a claim filed against a notary public?
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What is the potential consequence for a notary public who is found liable for damages exceeding the bond amount and is unable to reimburse the bonding company?
What is the potential consequence for a notary public who is found liable for damages exceeding the bond amount and is unable to reimburse the bonding company?
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Study Notes
Notary Public Bonds
- California notary publics require a $15,000 bond from an admitted surety insurer.
- The bond is filed with the county clerk of the notary's principal place of business.
- The bond reimburses the public for damages from notarial misconduct, but it is not an insurance policy for the notary.
- The bond provides only a limited source of funds for paying claims against the notary.
- The notary and surety are liable for all damages from misconduct or neglect.
- The notary remains personally liable for all damages, even those exceeding the bond amount.
Personal Liability
- Notaries may have personal liability to the surety for damages exceeding the bond amount.
- Purchasing errors and omissions or other liability insurance is highly recommended to minimize personal liability.
- Notaries remain personally liable for damages, costs, attorney fees exceeding insurance policy limits, and for damages not covered by insurance.
- The notary may be required to reimburse the bonding company for sums paid due to the notary's misconduct or negligence.
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This quiz covers essential information regarding notary public bonds in California, including the bond amount, filing requirements, and liability implications. Understand the responsibilities of notaries in relation to damages and insurance for potential misconduct.
