A
5 years, valid anywhere within the United States.
B
4 years, valid anywhere within the State of California.
C
2 years, valid only in their county of principal place of business.
D
4 years, valid only within the county where their bond is filed.
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Correct Answer
B. 4 years, valid anywhere within the State of California.
Detailed Explanation
Term and Jurisdiction. According to Gov. Code section 8204, the term of office of a notary public is four years. Gov. Code section 8200 establishes that a notary public may perform notarial acts in any part of the state of California.
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