OH Notary - Ohio Notary Notarial Certificates and Seal 3

Question 1

An Ohio notary's seal impression is partially illegible. What is the recommended action?

Accepted Answer

Re-stamp or re-emboss nearby so a clear impression is visible

Answer

The notary should apply a second clear impression near the original.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT typically included in an Ohio notarial certificate?

Accepted Answer

The signer's Social Security number

Answer

A signer's Social Security number should never be included for privacy and security reasons.

Question 3

When should an Ohio notary affix their seal to a document?

Accepted Answer

Only after completing the notarial act and signing the certificate

Answer

The seal should be applied only after completing all steps of the notarial act.

Question 4

What distinguishes an acknowledgment certificate from a jurat certificate in Ohio?

Accepted Answer

An acknowledgment confirms voluntary signing; a jurat confirms the signer swore to the document's truth

Answer

An acknowledgment confirms voluntary signing; a jurat confirms the signer swore an oath about truthfulness.

Question 5

An Ohio notary loses their seal. What is the proper procedure?

Accepted Answer

Stop performing acts, report the loss, and obtain a replacement before resuming

Answer

The notary must stop, report the loss to the Secretary of State, and obtain a replacement before resuming.

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