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Administrative Procedures

A peace officer investigating a fraud case seizes a notary public's sequential journal based on probable cause. Within how many days must the notary notify the Secretary of State of this seizure?

A

Within 5 days.

B

Within 30 days.

C

Within 24 hours.

D

Within 10 days.

Correct Answer

D. Within 10 days.

AI Explanation

Peace officer journal seizure. According to Gov. Code section 8206(d), the notary public shall notify the Secretary of State by certified mail or physical delivery with a receipt within 10 days that the journal was relinquished to a peace officer.

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