What is the penalty for not reporting a lost/stolen notary seal within 10 days?

• A. $1,000 fine
• B. $500 fine
• C. No penalty
• D. $100 fine

Answer: (A)

The key idea is prompt reporting to protect the public from misuse of the notary seal. When a notary seal is lost or stolen, you must report it within ten days to the proper authority. If you don’t report within that window, the law imposes a civil penalty of $1,000. That stiff fine reflects the seriousness of failing to keep the seal secure and to notify the proper office quickly, which helps prevent fraudulent notarizations. The other amounts or the idea of no penalty don’t align with the requirement, which is why the $1,000 penalty is the correct rule.