A notary public sends a written letter to the Secretary of State reporting that their official seal was lost during a move. The notary subsequently requests a Certificate of Authorization to obtain a replacement. What is the maximum time allowed by statute for the SOS to issue this certificate?

CA Notary Exam Practice: A Notary Public Sends A Written Letter To The Secretary Of State Reporti

Within 3 business days of the request.

Within 5 working days after receipt of the notice.

Within 10 calendar days after the notice is postmarked.

Within 30 calendar days of the initial discovery.

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Correct Answer

B. Within 5 working days after receipt of the notice.

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Replacement Seal Timeline. According to CA Gov. Code section 8207.3(e), the Secretary of State, within five working days after receipt of the notice of a lost or destroyed seal, if requested by a notary, shall issue a certificate of authorization which a notary may use to obtain a replacement seal.

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