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When a notary public resigns their commission, they must deliver all notarial journals, records, and papers to the county clerk. To WHICH county clerk must these records be delivered?

A

The county clerk of Sacramento County (Secretary of State headquarters).

B

The county clerk of the county where the notary currently resides.

C

Any county clerk within the State of California.

D

The county clerk of the county in which the notary public's current official oath of office was filed.

Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)

Reference: Gov. Code section 8209

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

D. The county clerk of the county in which the notary public's current official oath of office was filed.

Detailed Explanation

Disposition of records upon resignation. According to Gov. Code section 8209, all notarial records and papers shall be delivered within 30 days to the clerk of the county in which the notary public's current official oath of office is on file.

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