What is one requirement for becoming a California Notary Public? Be a legal resident of California Your jurisdiction will be: The entire state of California A possible penalty for committing perjury is: a. 2 years in prison b. 3 years in prison c. 4 years in prison d. Any of the above Answer: d. Any of the above You have how many days to take your oath of office after your commencement date: 30 days If you request a new Certificate of Authorization, the State of California must respond within: 5 days The agency of the State that will give you the new certificate is the: Secretary of State Using the words notario publico: Is prohibited If a notary willingly and knowingly notarizes a real estate document that they know to be fraudulent, they are guilty of a: Felony Death Certificates: Are not notarized A subscribing witness can bring you a: Homestead Declaration The penalty for stating a known false fact as true is now $10,000 Two credible witnesses a. Are not allowed b. Must be over 21 c. Must be fingerprinted d. None of the above Answer: d. None of the above 00:0201:22 When do you officially become a notary? When your oath and bond are filed The notary stamp may be: