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

Ohio RON requires audio-video communication enabling real-time interaction.

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

Ohio RON requires multi-factor identity verification including KBA or credential analysis.

Question 3

Must an Ohio RON session be recorded?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

The entire RON session must be recorded and retained.

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

Answer

Ohio RON allows the signer to be anywhere, provided Ohio's procedures are followed.

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

Answer

If the connection is lost, the notary must stop and restart when connection is restored.

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