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A notary public pays their application fee to the Secretary of State, but the check bounces. The Secretary of State sends a first written notice. If a cashier's check is not provided, the Secretary of State sends a second notice of cancellation. What is the timeframe restriction for this second notice?

A

It must be given at least 10 days after the first notice, and no more than 60 days after the exam date.

B

It must be given immediately after the first notice expires, within 30 days of commission commencement.

C

It must be given at least 20 days after the first notice, and no more than 90 days after the commencement date of the commission.

D

There is no time limit; the commission is cancelled immediately upon the check bouncing.

Correct Answer

C. It must be given at least 20 days after the first notice, and no more than 90 days after the commencement date of the commission.

AI Explanation

Commission cancellation due to payment failure. According to Gov. Code section 8204.1, the second notice shall be given at least 20 days after the first notice, and no more than 90 days after the commencement date of the commission. The cancellation is thereupon effective.

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