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Rachel holds a current California notary public commission and has previously completed an approved six-hour course. She is now applying for reappointment before her current commission expires. What education requirement applies to her renewal?

A

She must complete an approved three-hour refresher course.

B

She must complete another full six-hour course because the prior course credit does not carry over.

C

She must complete a one-hour online update module approved by the Secretary of State.

D

She is completely exempt from any education requirement for her first renewal.

Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)

Reference: Government Code section 8201(a)(3)

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

A. She must complete an approved three-hour refresher course.

Detailed Explanation

Education requirement for renewing a current commission. Government Code section 8201(a)(3) and (b) provide that a notary who holds a current, unexpired California notary commission and has already completed an approved six-hour course at least once may satisfy the education requirement for reappointment by completing an approved three-hour refresher course, provided the application is filed before the current commission expires.

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