Notarial ActsQuestion 56 of 100
The all-purpose California acknowledgment certificate contains a required disclaimer stating what?
a.That the notary drafted the document
b.That the fee has been paid
c.That the certificate verifies only the identity of the signer, not the truthfulness or validity of the document
d.That the signer is a U.S. citizen
Explanation
California acknowledgment certificates must include a boxed disclaimer stating the notary verified only the identity of the individual who signed, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of the document. This protects against misuse of the certificate as an endorsement.
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