The applicant has a court order for child support against them that they have not satisfied
The applicant has lived in California for fewer than two years
The applicant has unpaid parking tickets totaling more than $200
The applicant owns a business that competes with a licensed attorney
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Government Code section 8214.1
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
A. The applicant has a court order for child support against them that they have not satisfied
Detailed Explanation
Child support as grounds for denial of notary commission. Government Code section 8214.1 lists specific grounds for denial, revocation, or suspension of a notary commission. Among these is failure to satisfy a court order for child support. Unpaid parking tickets, length of California residency beyond one year, and business competition with attorneys are not listed grounds.
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