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A notary public changes their legal name and receives an amended commission from the Secretary of State. What specific action must the notary take to legally effectuate this name change, and within what timeframe?

A

File a new oath of office and an amendment to the bond within 30 days from the date the name change form was mailed.

B

Surrender the old seal to the county clerk within 15 days of the court order.

C

Obtain a completely new $15,000 bond under the new name within 30 days.

D

File a new oath of office and an amendment to the bond within 30 days from the date the amended commission was issued.

Correct Answer

D. File a new oath of office and an amendment to the bond within 30 days from the date the amended commission was issued.

AI Explanation

Name Change Finalization. According to CA Gov. Code section 8213.6, the notary public shall, within 30 days from the date an amended commission is issued, file a new oath of office and an amendment to the bond with the county clerk. If they fail, the name change becomes void.

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