A residential lease agreement.
A Last Will and Testament.
A document written in a foreign language.
An incomplete document missing substantive terms.
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Gov. Code section 8205
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
D. An incomplete document missing substantive terms.
Detailed Explanation
Prohibition on Incomplete Documents. According to CA Gov. Code section 8205, a notary public may not accept any acknowledgment or proof of any instrument that is incomplete. While the State Bar advises against notarizing wills, it is not strictly prohibited by statute. Incomplete documents, however, are strictly prohibited.
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