California § 1181 - The proof or acknowledgment of an instrument may be made before a notary public a
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§ 1181. The proof or acknowledgment of an instrument may be made before a notary public a
The proof or acknowledgment of an instrument may be made before a notary public at any place within this state, or within the county or city and county in this state in which the officer specified below was elected or appointed, before either: (a) A clerk of a superior court. (b) A county clerk. (c) A court commissioner. (d) A retired judge of a municipal or justice court. (e) A district attorney. (f) A clerk of a board of supervisors. (g) A city clerk. (h) A county counsel. (i) A city attorney. (j) Secretary of the Senate. (k) Chief Clerk of the Assembly.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1181
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1181 cover?
Section 1181 ("The proof or acknowledgment of an instrument may be made before a notary public a") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 1181?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 1181 apply to my situation?
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