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Which of the following documents may a California notary public certify a copy of?

A

A certified copy of a California death certificate

B

A certified copy of a United States passport

C

A certified copy of a California marriage certificate

D

A certified copy of a Power of Attorney

Correct Answer

D. A certified copy of a Power of Attorney

AI Explanation

Permissible copy certifications for California notaries. A California notary may certify a copy of a Power of Attorney (Probate Code section 4307) and copies of the notary's own journal entries (Government Code section 8206). Vital records — birth, death, and marriage certificates — are strictly off-limits. Passports are federal documents that may not be certified by a state notary.

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