California Notary Public

In an acknowledgment, what is the signer certifying to the notary?

1. AThat the signer executed the document and is the person named in itĐúng
2. BThat the contents of the document are true
3. CThat the signer swears under oath
4. DThat the notary drafted the document

Vì sao: In an acknowledgment the signer personally appears, is identified, and acknowledges that he or she executed the document. The notary does not vouch for the truth of the contents—only that the identified person acknowledged signing.CA Civil Code §1189

What is the required amount of a California notary public's official bond?

1. A$10,000
2. B$100,000
3. C$25,000
4. D$15,000Đúng

Vì sao: California Government Code §8212 requires every notary to file a $15,000 bond. The bond protects members of the public who are harmed by the notary's misconduct, not the notary personally. A notary who is sued on the bond must reimburse the surety.CA Government Code §8212