California Notary Public ExamJournal RequirementsHard
A Notary Public's journal is stolen. What is the maximum civil penalty for failing to notify the Secretary of State by certified or registered mail immediately upon discovering the theft?
- A$500
- B$750
- C$1,000
- D$1,500
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. $1,500
California Government Code Section 8206(d)(2) specifies that a Notary Public's failure to notify the Secretary of State by certified or registered mail within a reasonable period of time after the discovery of the theft or loss of a notarial journal is punishable by a civil penalty not exceeding one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500).
Why the other options are wrong
- A. $500 is incorrect; this applies to certain other violations.
- B. $750 is incorrect.
- C. $1,000 is incorrect; the penalty is higher.
Journal Theft/Loss Reporting Penalty
Failure to immediately notify the California Secretary of State by certified or registered mail after discovering the theft or loss of a notarial journal can result in a significant civil penalty.
- Notification must be by certified or registered mail.
- Must be done 'immediately' (interpreted as within a reasonable period).
- Failure to report carries a maximum civil penalty of $1,500.
Memory trick: Lost your journal? Report it '1500 Fast' or pay the price.