My New Notary Public Commission Has Arrived

My New Notary Public Commission Has Arrived

Today I received an unexpected treat from Debra Bowen, the California Secretary of State – my brand new notary public commission and stamp manufacturing approval form!

Unexpected Surprise

As I wrote back in my May 28th blog entry, I really did not expect to receive my new commission until at least the first week in September at the earliest. Because of all the current financial wrangling that is going on in Sacramento, with budget cuts left and right, the Secretary of State department had indicated that it was up to 4 months behind in processing Notary Public applications and renewals. Kudos to the folks in Sacramento who are keeping things moving in these tough economic times.

Passed the California State Notary Exam!

Passed the California State Notary Exam!

After taking the 3 hour refresher course and the mandated 30 question State proctored Notary Public Exam on April 30th, I just received word today that I passed the test once again. Whew! While the California Notary Public exam isn’t exactly on the same level as the State Bar Exam or CPA test, it is a relief to be done with that part of the commission renewal process for another 4 years.