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TEST - CHAPTER 1

Rules and requirements


1. What is one requirement in becoming a notary public in California?

a) Be at least 18 years of age

b) Pass a background check

c) Pass a proctored closed book exam

d) Be a legal resident of California

e) All of the above

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
2. First time applicants must complete:

a) A one hour course

b) A two hour proctored course

c) A six hour state approved course

d) A three hour state approved course.

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
3. An applicant convicted of a disqualifying crime may be denied appointment:

a) True

b) False

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
4. Applicants must disclose convictions dismissed under CA Penal Code section 1203.4 or 120.4a

a) True

b) False

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
5. One has how many days to take an oath of office after one�s commencement date:

a) 6 months

b) 10 days

c) 30 days

d) 60 days

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
6. Denial of commission can be made if:

a) An applicant has a moral turpitude offense on his or her record

b) An applicant leaves out any pertinent arrest information

c) An applicant has committed a felony

d) All of the above

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
7. A bond must be purchased by the notary public in the amount of:

a) 100,000

b) 15,000

c) 30,000

d) 20,000

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
8. Notaries of Public Entities are allowed to perform notarial acts on their own time:

a) True

b) False

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
9. Using the words notario publico when advertising:

a) Can be a great way to gain business

b) Is allowed but only in CA.

c) Is prohibited

d) Is a great marketing tool

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
10. The size of the notary stamp can be:

a) 3 inches

b) 1 inch in wide by 2 � inches long

c) 2 � inches by 6 inches

Please fill in the correct answer: (a, b, c or d)
After entering all answers above, click button to submit test.

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