OH Notary Laws and Regulations 2

Question 1

Under ORC Chapter 147, which entity has the authority to revoke an Ohio notary's commission?

Accepted Answer

The Ohio Secretary of State

Answer

The Ohio Secretary of State has the authority to revoke a notary's commission for cause.

Question 2

Which Ohio statute primarily governs the duties and responsibilities of notaries public?

Accepted Answer

ORC Chapter 147

Answer

ORC Chapter 147 is the primary Ohio statute governing notaries public.

Question 3

What is the legal consequence for an Ohio notary who notarizes a document knowing the signer is committing fraud?

Accepted Answer

Commission revocation and possible criminal charges

Answer

Knowingly participating in fraud can result in commission revocation and criminal prosecution.

Question 4

Ohio law requires a notary public to keep a journal of notarial acts. What is the primary purpose?

Accepted Answer

To create a record for verification and protection against fraud

Answer

The journal serves as an official record for verification and fraud protection.

Question 5

Under Ohio law, a notary public may charge a maximum fee of how much per notarial act?

Accepted Answer

$2.00

Answer

Ohio Revised Code sets the maximum notary fee at $2.00 per act.

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