Duties & PowersQuestion 8 of 100
May a California notary notarize a document while physically located in another state?
a.No, a California notary's authority ends at the state line
b.Yes, in any of the 50 states
c.Yes, but only in a neighboring state
d.Yes, if the document will be used in California
Explanation
A California commission grants authority only within California's borders. Performing a notarial act while physically outside the state is beyond the notary's jurisdiction, even if the document is bound for California.
Law Reference: CA Government Code §8200Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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