A notary public changes their business mailing address to a new P.O. Box. They fail to notify the Secretary of State of this change within the required 30 days. What is the criminal classification of this specific failure?

CA Notary Exam Practice: A Notary Public Changes Their Business Mailing Address To A New P O Box

It is a felony because it obstructs state communication.

It is an infraction punishable by a fine of not more than $500.

It is not a crime, but it carries a $1,500 civil penalty.

It is a misdemeanor punishable by 6 months in jail.

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Correct Answer

B. It is an infraction punishable by a fine of not more than $500.

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Penalty for failing to update address. According to CA Gov. Code section 8213.5, willful failure to notify the Secretary of State of a change of address (including mailing address) within 30 days shall be punishable as an infraction by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500).

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