The notary may be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $750 for charging more than the prescribed fee
Overcharging is a misdemeanor with no civil penalty
The notary is only guilty of an infraction punishable by a $500 fine
The notary faces a civil penalty of up to $1,500 for the first offense
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Government Code section 8211; Government Code section 8214.15(b)
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
A. The notary may be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $750 for charging more than the prescribed fee
Detailed Explanation
Civil penalty for overcharging. Charging more than the maximum fee prescribed by Government Code section 8211 is a ground for disciplinary action and carries a civil penalty. Under Government Code section 8214.15(b), violations of subdivision (h) of section 8214.1 — which includes charging more than the prescribed fee — are subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $750.
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