A notary's commission expires, and they do not obtain reappointment. Within how many days must the notary deliver all notarial journals, records, and papers to the county clerk where their current oath is on file?

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Post-commission duties and record surrender. According to CA Gov. Code § 8209, a notary who resigns, is disqualified, is removed, or allows their commission to expire without reappointment must deliver all journals and records to the county clerk within 30 days, and must also destroy their seal.