The notary may insist on a request that meets Government Code section 8228 before granting access.
The notary should destroy the journal to protect signer privacy.
The notary must allow inspection anytime a peace officer asks, even without reasonable suspicion.
The notary must mail the journal to the Secretary of State instead.
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Government Code section 8228
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
A. The notary may insist on a request that meets Government Code section 8228 before granting access.
Detailed Explanation
Government Code section 8228 permits compelled journal access only when the statutory conditions are met, including a peace officer acting in an official capacity with reasonable suspicion. A notary should comply with a lawful request, but is not required to surrender the journal merely because someone identifies themselves as a peace officer.
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