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Misconduct/Fees

The civil penalty for charging MORE than the statutory maximum notary fee (willful) is:

A

$500

B

$750

C

$1,500

D

$2,500

Correct Answer

B. $750

AI Explanation

Charging more than the statutory maximum fee is a covered violation under Government Code sections 8214.1(h) and 8214.15(b), which set a maximum civil penalty of $750 for that violation.

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