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Misconduct/Fees

A notary public who willfully violates any provision of the Notaries Public law may have their commission:

A

Suspended for a mandatory 30 days

B

Fined $750 and warned

C

Fined $2,500 only

D

Suspended or revoked by the Secretary of State

Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)

Reference: Government Code section 8214.1

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

D. Suspended or revoked by the Secretary of State

Detailed Explanation

Government Code section 8214.1 authorizes the Secretary of State to suspend, revoke, or deny a commission for willful violation of notary law. The SOS has discretion in determining the appropriate sanction.

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