Which of the following can a notary public NOT certify?

A notary public in California is restricted from certifying copies of certain vital records, such as birth certificates. This limitation is due to the fact that vital records are confidential documents that are typically maintained by state or local vital records offices. Only the entities authorized by law, such as clerks of the appropriate governmental agencies, have the authority to issue certified copies of these documents.

In contrast, notaries are permitted to certify copies of certain other documents, such as a marriage certificate, property deed, and a power of attorney document, because these are not classified as vital records. A notary can perform the task of certifying copies of these types of documents, provided they are presented in their original form and the notary is confident that the copies are true representations of the originals. This ability to certify is based on the notary’s role in ensuring the authenticity of signatures and the integrity of the documents rather than the content or legal implications of the documents themselves.