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A customer who only speaks German brings a document to a California notary who only speaks English. To facilitate the notarization, the customer brings a certified, bonded translator. What is the correct protocol for the notary?

A

Notarize the document since the translator is legally bonded.

B

Refuse the notarization and refer the customer to a notary public who speaks German.

C

Use the translator, provided the translator's certification is logged in the journal.

D

Use the translator, and administer an oath of accuracy to the translator.

Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)

Reference: Immigration/Foreign Language

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

B. Refuse the notarization and refer the customer to a notary public who speaks German.

Detailed Explanation

Prohibition of interpreters. The handbook explicitly states: 'An interpreter should not be used, as vital information could be lost in the translation. If a notary public is unable to communicate with a customer, the customer should be referred to a notary public who speaks the customer's language.'

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