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A notary public who accepts a bribe to perform a notarial act on a forged deed is guilty of:

A

Administrative suspension only

B

A civil violation only

C

A felony

D

A misdemeanor

Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)

Reference: Government Code section 8214.2; Penal Code section 115.5

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

C. A felony

Detailed Explanation

Knowingly performing a notarial act on a forged document with intent to defraud constitutes real estate fraud — a felony under Government Code section 8214.2 and Penal Code section 115.5.

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