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CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF STATE - NOTARY PUBLIC & APOSTILLE, CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF STATE

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• Description: Responsible for overseeing notary commissions within the State of California by:Granting notary public commissions to qualified persons. Become a Notary Public.Approving notary public education courses.Authorizing notary seal manufacturers.Investigating violations of notary public law and taking disciplinary action. Submit a Complaint Against a Notary Public.Issuing apostilles to authenticate California public officials' signatures on documents to be used outside the US. Typical documents submitted for apostille include birth certificates, marriage licenses, powers of attorney, and school transcripts. Request an Apostille.
• Website: https://www.sos.ca.gov/notary
• Phone(s): (916) 653-3595
• Hours: Administration: Monday through Friday, 8 am - 5 pm; excluding state holidays
• Eligibility: California residents. Requirements to become a notary public:- Be 18 years of age or older- Be a legal California resident- Complete a course of study approved by the Secretary of State- Satisfactorily complete and pass a written examination prescribed by the Secretary of State- Clear a background check
• Requirements: Visit website for details.
• Areas Served:
  • United States
• Categories:
  • State Government Agencies/Departments
  • Notary Signature Registration/Validation
  • Document Authentication Services
• Contacts:

Location(s)

Location Name: CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF STATE - NOTARY PUBLIC & APOSTILLE

• Accessibility: Fully accessible to individuals using mobility aids.
• Physical Address: 1500 11th Street, 2nd Floor, Sacramento, CA, 95814