A
Subornation.
B
Infraction.
C
Felony.
D
Misdemeanor.
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Gov. Code section 8225
Source checked September 7, 2026
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Correct Answer
D. Misdemeanor.
Detailed Explanation
Coercing a notary. According to Gov. Code section 8225, any person who solicits, coerces, or in any manner influences a notary public to perform an improper notarial act knowing that act to be an improper notarial act, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
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