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Administrative Procedures

If a commissioned notary public dies, who is strictly responsible for destroying or defacing the notary's official seal?

A

The notary public's personal representative.

B

The Secretary of State's Notary Division.

C

The county clerk where the oath is filed.

D

The local police department or sheriff's office.

Correct Answer

A. The notary public's personal representative.

AI Explanation

Disposition of seal upon death. According to Gov. Code section 8207, if a notary public dies, the notary public's personal representative is legally responsible for destroying or defacing the seal to protect against fraudulent use, while the journal must be delivered to the county clerk.

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