Duties & PowersQuestion 5 of 100
Where must a California notary file the required oath of office and bond?
a.With the Secretary of State
b.With the local police department
c.With the county clerk of the county where the notary maintains a principal place of business
d.With the county recorder only
Explanation
Government Code §8213 directs the notary to file the oath and bond with the county clerk in the county of the notary's principal place of business. The clerk keeps the oath and forwards the bond to the county recorder for recording.
Law Reference: CA Government Code §8213Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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