What type of liability can an Arizona notary face if they negligently perform a notarial act that results in financial harm to a third party?
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A
No liability — notaries have governmental immunity as state-commissioned officers
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B
Civil liability for damages caused by the negligent notarization, potentially up to and beyond the $5,000 surety bond amount
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C
Only liability to the parties directly present at the notarization
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D
Criminal liability only — civil suits against notaries are barred by statute