A member of the public submits a valid written request for a photostatic copy of a transaction in your notary journal. What is the maximum fee you may legally charge to provide this requested information?

A Member Of The Public Submits A Valid Written Request For A Photostatic – CA Notary Exam Practice

$0.30 per page.

$5 for the search and $1 per page.

You cannot charge a fee for public journal requests.

$15 per page.

Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)

Reference: Gov. Code section 8206(c)

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

A. $0.30 per page.

Detailed Explanation

Journal copy fees. According to Gov. Code section 8206(c), the cost to provide the requested information from the notary journal must not exceed thirty cents ($0.30) per page.

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