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A college student asks a California notary public to certify a photocopy of their official university transcripts for a job application. Can the notary legally certify this copy?

A

Yes, as long as the copy is clear and legible.

B

Yes, provided the student swears an oath that it is a true copy.

C

No, California notaries can only certify copies of Powers of Attorney and copies of line items from their own journal.

D

No, transcripts must be certified by the Secretary of State via an Apostille.

Correct Answer

C. No, California notaries can only certify copies of Powers of Attorney and copies of line items from their own journal.

AI Explanation

Limitations on certified copies. Under California law, a notary public is strictly limited in what they can certify as a true copy. They are only authorized to certify copies of powers of attorney (Probate Code 4307) and copies of line items from their own sequential journal (Gov. Code 8206(c)).

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