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Administrative Procedures

A notary public officially changes their name and is issued an amended commission. Does the issuance of this amended commission grant them a new term of office or a new commission number?

A

No, the term of office and the commission number remain the exact same.

B

Yes, they receive a new commission number but the term remains the same.

C

Yes, they receive a new 4-year term and a new number.

D

No, the term remains the same, but the commission number gets a 'B' suffix.

Correct Answer

A. No, the term of office and the commission number remain the exact same.

AI Explanation

Amended commission parameters. According to CA Gov. Code section 8213.6, the issuance of an amended commission reflecting a name change does NOT result in a new commission number or a new term of office. The notary retains their original expiration date and number.

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