A
The Secretary of State
B
The county clerk
C
Their personal account
D
The employing state agency
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Government Code section 8202.5
Source checked September 7, 2026
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Correct Answer
D. The employing state agency
Detailed Explanation
Government Code section 8202.5 requires notaries employed by state agencies to pay all notarial fees collected to their employing government agency.
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