A
A misdemeanor
B
A felony
C
A civil infraction
D
An administrative violation only
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Government Code section 8221
Source checked September 7, 2026
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Correct Answer
A. A misdemeanor
Detailed Explanation
Government Code section 8221 makes it a misdemeanor for any person to knowingly destroy, deface, or conceal records or papers belonging to the office of a notary public.
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