It is essential that the notary public verifies the identity of the signer using proper identification to ensure that the person signing is who they claim to be.
A notary should refuse to notarize a document if they believe the signer is not acting of their own free will.
If the notary does not understand the document or its purpose, they should refuse to notarize it to avoid potential legal issues.
It is a best practice to record all notarizations in a notary journal to maintain a thorough and accurate record of all acts performed.
An Ohio notary can only notarize documents within the state of Ohio. They must refuse notarization if it is outside their jurisdiction.
