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According to best practices for notary publics certifying copies of a power of attorney, what additional information should be recorded to ensure completeness for later requests?
According to best practices for notary publics certifying copies of a power of attorney, what additional information should be recorded to ensure completeness for later requests?
- The contact information of the witnesses present during the signing of the power of attorney.
- The name of the beneficiary of the power of attorney.
- The address of the person who signed the power of attorney.
- The name of the person requesting the certified copy, the agent appointed by the power of attorney, and the person who signed the power of attorney. (correct)
What specific notarial act is being performed when a notary public 'certifies a copy of a power of attorney'?
What specific notarial act is being performed when a notary public 'certifies a copy of a power of attorney'?
- Verifying that the copy of the power of attorney is an accurate reproduction of the original document. (correct)
- Administering an oath to the signer of the power of attorney.
- Witnessing the signing of the power of attorney.
- Acknowledging the signature of the person who signed the power of attorney.
Besides the type of notarial act and the fee charged, what other detail must a notary public record in their sequential journal when certifying a copy of a power of attorney?
Besides the type of notarial act and the fee charged, what other detail must a notary public record in their sequential journal when certifying a copy of a power of attorney?
- The time and date of the act. (correct)
- The names of all beneficiaries listed in the power of attorney.
- The serial number of the power of attorney document.
- The expiration date of the power of attorney.
According to the sample journal entry, what information is documented under the 'Character or Type of Instrument' column when certifying a copy of a Power of Attorney?
According to the sample journal entry, what information is documented under the 'Character or Type of Instrument' column when certifying a copy of a Power of Attorney?
Based on the journal entry example, besides Peter Price (the principal), which of the following individuals is also recorded under the 'Name of Signer' column?
Based on the journal entry example, besides Peter Price (the principal), which of the following individuals is also recorded under the 'Name of Signer' column?
What action should a notary take regarding journal entries if a request for information related to a certified copy of a power of attorney is received?
What action should a notary take regarding journal entries if a request for information related to a certified copy of a power of attorney is received?
In the context of a notary certifying a copy of a power of attorney, who is considered the 'principal'?
In the context of a notary certifying a copy of a power of attorney, who is considered the 'principal'?
According to the provided information, and based on standard practices,what should a notary public do after certifying a copy of a power of attorney?
According to the provided information, and based on standard practices,what should a notary public do after certifying a copy of a power of attorney?
According to the journal entry example, what additional information about the requestor should be captured?
According to the journal entry example, what additional information about the requestor should be captured?
According to California Government Code section 8206(a), what is the main requirement for a notary public concerning certifying copies of a power of attorney?
According to California Government Code section 8206(a), what is the main requirement for a notary public concerning certifying copies of a power of attorney?
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Certifying Copies
Certifying Copies
The act of verifying a copy of a power of attorney as genuine.
Journal Entry Requirement
Journal Entry Requirement
A sequential record of all certifications of a power of attorney performed by a notary public.
Notary journal details
Notary journal details
Date and time of notarization, type of notarial act, type of instrument, name of signer, and fee charged.
Extra Information for requests
Extra Information for requests
The person requesting the certified copy, the agent appointed, and the person who signed the power of attorney (principal).
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Additional information
Additional information
Copy requested, identification details.
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- A notary public must record details in their sequential journal each time they certify a copy of a power of attorney.
- To ensure completeness for a later request for information, also record:
- The name of the person requesting the certified copy
- The name of the agent appointed by the power of attorney
- The name of the person who signed the power of attorney (the principal)
Journal entry details
- Time and date of the act
- The type of notarial act performed was certifying a copy of a power of attorney.
- The fee charged for the notarial act
- Additional information to record include the copy requester
- Identication details should be captured
- Signature and thumbprint should be captured
Journal entry example
- On 5/29/2016 at 12:00 pm, a Notary certified a Copy of Power of Attorney
- The instrument was a Power of Attorney
- The signer was Peter Price, Principal; Andrew Assister, Agent
- The fee was $10.00
- The copy was requested by Bob Loaner, Bank Manager, First City Bank
- Effective January 1, 2017, fees which may be charged for certain notarial acts have increased, according to California Government Code section 8206(a)
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