A
The county clerk only
B
No one — loss of a journal is not reportable
C
Their employer only
D
The Secretary of State
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Government Code section 8209
Source checked September 7, 2026
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Correct Answer
D. The Secretary of State
Detailed Explanation
Government Code section 8209 requires a notary to notify the Secretary of State in writing upon the loss of a notary journal. The SOS may then issue a Certificate of Authorization for a replacement.
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