Test Review 2

What is a requirement of two witnesses for a signature by mark necessary? a. To view the making or the acknowledging of the mark b. To identify the signer c. To sign the journal on the signers behalf d. All of the above.

a. To view the making or the acknowledging of the mark

A certified copy of a power of attorney that has been certified by a notary public: a. has the same force and effect as the original power of attorney. b. is only valid for 30 days from the date it was notarized c. must be both stamped and embossed by the notary to hold the same power as the original power of attorney. d. None of the above

a. has the same force and effect as the original power of attorney.

The max size of a square or rectangular seal CANNOT exceed: a. No more than 2 inches x 2 inches b. 1 inch in width by 2 ½ inches in length c. 2 ½ inches in width by 3 inches in length d. There are no size restrictions on a square or rectangular seal.

b. 1 inch in width by 2 ½ inches in length

If you surrender your journal to a proper authority, you must notify the Secretary of State within: a. 1 day b. 10 days c. 30 days d. 1 month

b. 10 days

If you request a new Certificate of Authorization, the State of California must respond within: a. One month b. 5 days c. One year d. 30 days

b. 5 days

In foreign language advertising regulations there are strict rules but the one exception is: a. A business card in the foreign language b. A single desk plaque c. An 8 ½" x 11" brochure d. Yellow pages advertising

b. A single desk plaque

When completing a notary by Two Credible Witness, not know to the notary public, who needs to be placed under oath to establish Satisfactory Evidence. a. Only one credible witness must take the oath b. Both credible witness must take the oath c. Both credible witnesses and the signer must take the oath. d. Only one credible witness and the singer must take the oath.

b. Both credible witness must take the oath

Which of the following notarial act(s) MUST the DOCUMENT be signed in the presence of the notary: a. Acknowledgment b. Jurat c. Both Acknowledgement and Jurats must be signed in the presence of of the notary d. Neither an Acknowledgement or a Jurat has to be signed in the presence of the notary.

b. Jurat

When notarizing a document containing an acknowledgment, the Notary: a. Must see the document signer sign before them b. May accept a document that has already been signed c. Must administer an oath d. Must make a copy of the acknowledgment to keep in their personal records.

b. May accept a document that has already been signed

What is the penalty for failing to post signs in English and in the other language that you use that "I am not an attorney and, therefore, cannot give legal advice about immigration or any other legal matters", when you advertise Notary Services in a language other than English and are not an attorney: a. Up to $750 fine b. Not less than a one-year revoke of the commission, and the second offense shall be revoked permanently. c. Two - four years in prison d. $75,000 fine

b. Not less than a one-year revoke of the commission, and the second offense shall be revoked permanently.

A notary can certify a copy of a power of attorney according to the: a. Civil Code Sections 8205 b. Section 4307 of the California Probate Code c. Bus. & Prof. Code d. Notary Public Code

b. Section 4307 of the California Probate Code

Once a person is appointed as a Notary Public, they may: a. Advertise they are immigration consultants b. Take depositions and affidavits, and administer oaths and affirmations. c. Make Certified copies of a California birth certificate d. Make Certified copies of a California residents death, or fetal death, certificate.

b. Take depositions and affidavits, and administer oaths and affirmations.

The identity of a subscribing witness must be established by: a. Their current U.S. Passport or California ID Card b. The oath of a credible witness who personally knows the subscribing witness and who is known personally by the notary public. c. Two credible witnesses with proper ID cards d. A Notary who personally knows the subscribing witness.

b. The oath of a credible witness who personally knows the subscribing witness and who is known personally by the notary public.

If a notary states a known false fact as true, the penalty is: a. No penalty b. $1,500 c. $10,000 d. $75,000

c. $10,000

When a check has not been honored for payment, the Secretary of State shall give a written notice. If no correction is done a second notice of cancellation shall be effective when: a. 90 days b. 30 days c. 20 days d. 10 days

c. 20 days

Which of the following MUST be included in a Journal: a. Date of completion printed on the document present for notarization. b. Address of signer, residential or place of business. c. Character of every instrument sworn to, affirmed, acknowledged, or proved before the notary. d. Right Thumbprint of every notary act completed.

c. Character of every instrument sworn to, affirmed, acknowledged, or proved before the notary.

Which of the following does NOT need to be on a U.S. passport? a. Picture of holder b. Holder's signature c. Description of the Person d. Date of issue

c. Description of the Person

Notaries may NOT certify a copy of a: a. Journal entry requested by the Secretary of State b. power of attorney c. Journal entry requested by a member of the public d. Limited power of attorney document

c. Journal entry requested by a member of the public

The max size of a circular Notary Seal CANNOT exceed: a. No more than 1 inch in diameter b. No more than 1.5 inches in diameter c. No more than 2 inch in diameter d. There is no size restriction of a circular notary seal

c. No more than 2 inch in diameter

During the signature by mark process, how many people write the name signer next to the signature by mark: a. Neither witness must write the person's name. b. Both witnesses must write the person's name. c. One witness shall write the person's name next to the person's mark. d. All answers are incorrect.

c. One witness shall write the person's name next to the person's mark.

A Certificate of Authorization to manufacture a notary public seal may be obtained from: a. The governor's office b. The Department of Real Estate c. The Secretary of State d. None of the above

c. The Secretary of State

At what time would an oath be involved before completing an acknowledgment: a. Every time b. When the signer would like to swear that the contents of the document are true c. When the signer utilizes a credible witness(es) as ID d. No answers are correct.

c. The signer must personally appear, take an oath, and sign in the presence of the notary public.

When a notary is appointed to act for and on behalf of certain public agencies, pursuant to Government Code section 8202.5 all fees collected are: a. To be kept by the Notary b. Split 50/50 with the agency c. To be remitted by the Notary Public to the employing agency d. All notary acts must be a Zero Charge.

c. To be remitted by the Notary Public to the employing agency

The fine for failing to notify the State that your stamp or journal was lost is: a. Up to $10 b. Up to $1,000 c. Up to $1,500 d. Up to $75

c. Up to $1,500

Which of the following is are/a Notary Act a non-specialty licensed/approved notary may perform: a. Acknowledgment & Jurat b. Certified Copies, of select document c. Proof of Execution d. All answers are correct.

d. All answers are correct.

In the certificate of acknowledgment, the notary public certifies: a. That the signer personally appeared before the notary public on the date indicated in the county indicated b. To the identity of the signer c. That the signer acknowledged executing the document d. All of the above

d. All of the above

What statement is true regarding administering oaths or affirmations: a. An affirmation must NOT be used when taking a witness testimony as the person is not swear or affriming to God. b. An oath my NO longer be used on Federal Property c. A solemn spoken pledge where both the Notary and person taking the oath or affirmation must raise their right hand. d. Are considered interchangeable and are left up to the signer to choose.

d. Are considered interchangeable and are left up to the signer to choose.

A suitable oat, affirmation, or deloration to an action or a proceeding may be administered by obtaining an affirmative response to which of of the following statements: a. Do you solemnly state that the evidence you shall give in this issue (or matter) shall be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you God? b. Do you solemnly state, under penalty of perjury, that the evidence that you shall give in this issue (or matter) shall be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? c. Neither A or B are permissible. d. Both A & B are permissible.

d. Both A & B are permissible.

Signers of the what following document(s) must place their right thumbprint in the journal: a. On all documents notarized b. Power of Attorney c. Deed or document affecting real property d. Both B & C

d. Both B & C

The statute of limitations for making a statement known to be false is: a. One year b. Two years c. Three years d. Four years

d. Four years

When the venue of the Notary's certificate has been filled in beforehand with an incorrect state and/or county, the Notary must: a. Always attach a loose certificate with a correct venue b. Reject the document c. Not tamper with words that may have been filled in by an attorney d. Line through the inapplicable words, writing in the correct state and county

d. Line through the inapplicable words, writing in the correct state and county

When using two credible witnesses, one must: a. Personally know the notary b. Must be over 21 c. Must be fingerprinted d. None of the above

d. None of the above

When a subscribing witness presents a document to be notarized the action is called: a. Acknowledgment b. Protest c. Jurat d. Proof of Execution

d. Proof of Execution

Exceptions to personal appearance by the principal are: a. The notary personally knows the signer b. Credible witness c. Video conference d. Subscribing Witness

d. Subscribing Witness

When completing an acknowledgment, what statement is true: a. The signer must be able to communicate effectively in English with the notary. b. If the signer has their middle name on their satisfactory proof of identification they must also sign their middle name. c. The signer must present a valid US Passport and/or California ID that was issued no more than 5 years ago. d. The signer must acknowledged executing (signing) the document

d. The signer must acknowledged executing (signing) the document

A Notary (who is NOT an immigration consultant or Attorney) may help in completing: a. Any legal document present to the notary b. ONLY Immigration documents in English c. ONLY Immigation documents for Mexican citizens d. They can't help complete any documents.

d. They can't help complete any documents.

The fine for overcharging for a non-immigration form is: a. Up to $10 b. Up to $1,000 c. Up to $75,000 d. Up to $750

d. Up to $750

A notary public qualified and bonded as an immigration consultant under Chapter 19.5. And uses the title 'Immigration Consultant', may not advertise: a. That she is a notary public b. In any print media her immigration consultant services c. In any language other than English d. None of the above

a. That she is a notary public

The fine for willful failure to notify the Secretary of State of an address or name change is no more than: a. $500 b. $750 c. $1,500 d. $15,000

a. $500

Which items must always be put in the journal: a. Date, time, type of document, fees b. Date, type of document, fees, address of signer c. Fees, time, document date, name of signer d. Date, time, fees, thumbprint

a. Date, time, type of document, fees

A proof of execution may be performed on which of the following type of document: a. Deed of reconveyance b. Quitclaim deed c. Security agreement d. Deed of trust

a. Deed of reconveyance

T o resign your commission , send a letter of resignation to the ______ and deliver all of your notarial records and papers to the county in which your current oath of office is on file within 30 days and destroy your seal : a. Secretary of State office b. County Clerk where your current oath is on file c. Your employer d. None of the above

a. Secretary of State office

The most frequently completed form is: a. The acknowledgment b. Jurat c. Confidential marriage license d. Protest

a. The acknowledgment