OH Notary - Ohio Notary Remote Online Notarization (RON) 2

Question 1

What technology is required for Remote Online Notarization (RON) in Ohio?

Accepted Answer

Audio-video communication technology allowing real-time interaction

Answer

Telephone conference with recording

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Text-based chat with identity verification

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Email exchange with digital signatures

Question 2

An Ohio notary performing RON must verify identity through:

Accepted Answer

Identity proofing through knowledge-based authentication or credential analysis, plus the audio-video feed

Answer

Only the video feed

Answer

A sworn statement from the signer only

Answer

Only a government-issued ID shown on camera

Question 3

Must an Ohio RON session be recorded?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the entire audio-video session must be recorded and retained

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No, recording is optional

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Only if the signer consents

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Only the identity verification portion

Question 4

Can an Ohio RON notary perform a notarization for a signer in another state?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the signer may be located anywhere as long as Ohio law is followed

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No, both must be in Ohio

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Only if in a neighboring state

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Only with the other state's permission

Question 5

What must an Ohio RON notary do if the audio-video connection is lost during notarization?

Accepted Answer

Stop the process and restart when connection is restored

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Complete the notarization based on what was verified

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Switch to telephone to complete the act

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Have the signer email their signature

Question 6

Which entity must approve the technology platform for Ohio RON?

Accepted Answer

The platform must meet Secretary of State standards

Answer

The federal government

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Any platform chosen by the notary

Answer

The county recorder's office