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Under the CPRA framework (A.M. No. 22-09-01-SC) and the Notarial Practice Rules (A.M. No. 02-8-13-SC, as amended), Atty. Sofia Rivera, Filipino citizen, 35 years old, admitted to the Philippine Bar 7 years ago, and presently residing in Cebu City, applies for appointment as Notary Public for Cebu City. She has never been disbarred or suspended and has no criminal charges. She has one pending administrative complaint for unethical conduct filed by a former client, which remains unresolved. (a) Identify the governing standard for qualifications to become a Notary Public. (b) Based on the facts, is Atty. Rivera qualified to be appointed as Notary Public in Cebu City? Explain with reference to the standard and the facts. (c) If she is not qualified, what is the proper course or remedy to attain qualification?