- Ohio Notary Commissioning and General Duties Flashcards

Can an Ohio notary public administer an oath to themselves?

Answer: No, a notary cannot notarize their own signature or administer an oath to themselves

A notary cannot administer oaths to themselves or notarize their own signature.

What oath must an Ohio notary public take before assuming their duties?

Answer: An oath of office to faithfully discharge their duties

Ohio notaries must take an oath of office pledging to faithfully discharge their duties.

An Ohio notary discovers they have been performing acts with an expired commission. What should they do?

Answer: Stop immediately, notify affected parties, and apply for a new commission

The notary must immediately cease, notify affected parties, and apply for a new commission.

Which of the following is an Ohio notary's duty regarding reasonable accommodations for signers with disabilities?

Answer: They should make reasonable efforts to accommodate while following proper procedures

Ohio notaries should make reasonable accommodations while still following all proper procedures.

What is the proper procedure when an Ohio notary's commission is revoked?

Answer: Immediately cease all notarial activities, destroy the seal, and preserve the journal

Upon revocation, immediately cease activities, destroy or deface the seal, and preserve the journal.

An Ohio notary who is also a licensed attorney may:

Answer: Perform notarial acts and separately provide legal services, keeping the roles distinct

A notary-attorney must keep the two roles separate.