The notary must apply an embosser seal to every single page of the deposition.
Any deposition, affidavit, oath, or affirmation shall be signed by the notary public in the notary public's own handwriting.
The notary must retain a complete copy of the deposition in their personal files.
The notary must type out the entire transcript.
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Gov. Code section 8205(a)(3)
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
B. Any deposition, affidavit, oath, or affirmation shall be signed by the notary public in the notary public's own handwriting.
Detailed Explanation
Handwritten signature for depositions. According to Gov. Code section 8205(a)(3), to take depositions and affidavits, and administer oaths and affirmations... Any deposition, affidavit, oath, or affirmation shall be signed by the notary public in the notary public's own handwriting.
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