Journal & SealQuestion 78 of 100
Who owns and controls a California notary's sequential journal?
a.The employer who paid for it
b.The county clerk
c.The notary personally, as the sole custodian
d.The Secretary of State
Explanation
The journal is the exclusive property of the notary, even if an employer paid for it. The notary must keep it under direct and exclusive control and may not surrender it to an employer.
Law Reference: CA Government Code §8206Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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