Notary Exam Question #065
General Information / Powers of Attorney - Certifying
According to the California Notary Handbook, what is the significance of a notary public's seal and signature on a certified copy of a power of attorney?
- It confirms the authenticity of the copy.
- It replaces the need for the original power of attorney.
- It acts as a duplicate of the original power of attorney.
- It ensures the accuracy of the notarial wording.
- It confirms the authenticity of the copy.
- It replaces the need for the original power of attorney.
- It acts as a duplicate of the original power of attorney.
- It ensures the accuracy of the notarial wording.
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A certified copy of a power of attorney that has been certified by a notary public has the same force and effect as the original power of attorney. (Probate Code section 4307)