When a notary public takes a deposition, administers the oath, and completes the certificate to the deposition, what specific physical requirement applies to the notary's signature on these documents?

AI Explanation

Deposition signature requirements. According to CA Gov. Code section 8205(a)(3), regarding taking depositions and affidavits, any deposition, affidavit, oath, or affirmation shall be signed by the notary public in the notary public's own handwriting.