No crime if the notary acted in good faith
A willful violation subject to up to $1,500 civil penalty and possible commission revocation
A misdemeanor only
Negligent misconduct subject to $750 penalty
Correct Answer
B. A willful violation subject to up to $1,500 civil penalty and possible commission revocation
AI Explanation
A false statement in a notarial certificate is grounds for discipline and possible criminal liability. If the false statement is in a certificate of acknowledgment, Civil Code section 1189(a)(4) specifically authorizes a civil penalty of up to $10,000. This item should be read as a general disciplinary-risk question rather than the narrower acknowledgment penalty.
See the Correct Answer & AI Explanation
Instant feedback, law citations, and AI-powered explanations for all 400+ CA notary exam questions — free.
🔒 View Correct Answer & AI ExplanationNo credit card required · Interactive quiz simulator