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Misconduct/Fees

Under California law, a notary's official journal entries are:

A

Private property not subject to public inspection

B

Discarded after each commission period

C

Subject to inspection by any person who submits a proper written request

D

Available only to law enforcement

Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)

Reference: Government Code section 8206

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

C. Subject to inspection by any person who submits a proper written request

Detailed Explanation

Government Code section 8206 provides that any member of the public may obtain a photostatic copy of a journal line item by submitting a written request with the names of the parties, type of document, and approximate date (month and year).

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