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What is a consequence of violating the oath of office for a notary?

  1. A fine of up to $500

  2. Mandatory ethics training

  3. Removal from office by the Court of Common Pleas

  4. Suspension for a year

The correct answer is: Removal from office by the Court of Common Pleas

Violating the oath of office for a notary is a serious offense and can result in removal from office by the Court of Common Pleas. Option A, a fine of up to $500, may also be a consequence, but it is not the most severe consequence. Option B, mandatory ethics training, is not a consequence but rather a preventative measure to ensure notaries understand and abide by their oath. Option D, suspension for a year, is also not a consequence as it only affects the notary's ability to perform their duties for a specific period of time. Therefore, option C, removal from office, is the only appropriate consequence for violating the oath of office.