Substantially and materially misrepresenting information on the notary application
Moving to a new county
Refusing to notarize a non-real-estate document
Charging the statutory maximum fee
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Government Code section 8214.1
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
A. Substantially and materially misrepresenting information on the notary application
Detailed Explanation
Government Code section 8214.1 permits the Secretary of State to revoke, suspend, or deny a commission for grounds including misrepresentation on the application, misconduct, and violation of notary law.
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