Duties & PowersQuestion 1 of 100
What is the required amount of a California notary public's official bond?
a.$10,000
b.$15,000
c.$25,000
d.$100,000
Explanation
California Government Code §8212 requires every notary to file a $15,000 bond. The bond protects members of the public who are harmed by the notary's misconduct, not the notary personally. A notary who is sued on the bond must reimburse the surety.
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