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Misconduct/Fees

The surety bond PRIMARILY protects:

A

The notary public from lawsuits

B

Members of the public harmed by notary misconduct

C

The notary's employer

D

The Secretary of State

Correct Answer

B. Members of the public harmed by notary misconduct

AI Explanation

A notary's $15,000 surety bond is for the benefit of any person harmed by the notary's misconduct. It does NOT protect the notary — the notary remains personally liable and the surety company may seek reimbursement.

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