California Notary Public ExamJournal RequirementsHard
A Notary Public receives a written request for a certified copy of a journal entry from a private citizen. The request specifies the names of the parties and the type of document notarized. What is the maximum fee the Notary Public can charge for providing this certified copy?
- A$0.30 per page.
- B$0.50 per page.
- C$1.00 per page.
- D$1.50 per page.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. $0.30 per page.
California Government Code § 8206(c) specifies that a Notary Public may charge a fee of not more than thirty cents ($0.30) per page for a certified copy of a journal entry.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. $0.50 is an incorrect fee amount.
- C. $1.00 is an incorrect fee amount.
- D. $1.50 is an incorrect fee amount.
Certified Copy of Journal Entry Fee
A California Notary Public may charge a maximum fee of $0.30 per page for providing a certified copy of a journal entry to a member of the public.
- Applies to certified copies for the public.
- Fee is per page.
- Maximum fee is specified by law.
Memory trick: Fees are set, don't overcharge, especially for copies.