Duties & PowersQuestion 9 of 100
How must a California notary report a change of business or residence address to the Secretary of State?
a.By phone within 90 days
b.By email at any time
c.By certified mail or another method authorized by the Secretary of State within 30 days
d.No notice is required
Explanation
Government Code §8213.5 requires written notice of an address change by certified mail (or another authorized method) within 30 days. Failure to notify the Secretary of State may result in a civil penalty of up to $500.
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