OR Notary Notary Seal and Journal Requirements 3

Question 1

When performing a remote online notarization in Oregon, what special journal requirements apply?

Accepted Answer

The notary must keep an electronic journal and retain audio-video recordings

Answer

Oregon RON regulations require an electronic journal and retention of audio-video recordings of each remote notarization session.

Question 2

Is it permissible for an Oregon notary to notarize a document without affixing their official seal?

Accepted Answer

Generally no, the seal is required to authenticate the act

Answer

The notary seal is a required element of a complete notarization; omitting it can render the notarial act defective.

Question 3

What happens if an Oregon notary's seal impression on a document is unclear or incomplete?

Accepted Answer

The notary should re-affix the seal clearly on the same document

Answer

If the seal impression is unclear, the notary should re-affix the seal clearly to ensure the document is properly authenticated.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT required information in an Oregon notary's journal entry?

Accepted Answer

The notary's personal home address

Answer

The notary's personal home address is not a required element in a journal entry; date, act type, and document description are required.

Question 5

May an Oregon notary charge a fee for notarial services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but Oregon sets maximum fees notaries may charge

Answer

Oregon law permits notaries to charge fees for notarial acts but establishes maximum fee limits for each type of act.

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