Applicants must first take and pass the notary public exam before submitting fingerprints via Live Scan. The purpose of a live scan fingerprint is to ensure transmit your information to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) for completion of a criminal record check. You’re allowed up to 1-year after you’ve taken the exam to get your live scan done.
FAQ For California Notaries
My commission expired/is about to expire. How much time do I have to take my exam?
Where can I take my renewal test?
What is a live scan and how is it done?
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Notary Academy has been giving me the tools and training that I need to continue to be the best Notary that I can. Thank you Michelle and Notary Academy!!"
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Notary Academy's Refund PoliciesÂ
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MEMBERSHIP:Â 30 Day Money Back Guarantee - If you decide within 30 days that you want to discontinue your membership, you may request a full refund.
SIGNING AGENT COURSE:Â Â 72 Hour, Money Back Guarantee - If you decide within 72 hours that you wish to discontinue your order for the course, you may request a full refund.
*NOTE:Â Notary Academy reserves the right to refuse refunds if the course has been completed in full.
REFUND POLICY:
At Notary Academy, all sales for the 3-hour and 6-hour CA Commissioning & Renewal Courses are final, and we do not offer refunds for these courses. Please review the course details carefully before purchasing.
LIVE Zoom Courses
If you miss a Scheduled LIVE CA Commissioning & Renewal class for any reason, you have 30 calendar days from the missed class to register to attend the next session. You will need to purchase a new seat to attend a future session. Failure to attend two scheduled LIVE classes will result in forfeit of your payment and seat in any future sessions.
Self-Paced Courses
Due to the immediate access provided to our digital course materials, all sales for the 3-hour and 6-hour Self-Paced Courses are final. No refunds will be issued for these courses. Upon purchase, you will have access to the curriculum for 12 months.
By purchasing these courses, you acknowledge and agree to this No Refund Policy
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