OR Notary Notary Seal and Journal Requirements

Question 1

What information must appear on an Oregon notary's official seal?

Accepted Answer

Notary's name, the words 'Notary Public,' and 'State of Oregon'

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Notary's name and home address only

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Commission number and county of residence only

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Notary's name and expiration date only

Question 2

What shape is required for an Oregon notary's official seal?

Accepted Answer

Rectangular or circular

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Only circular

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Only rectangular

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Triangular

Question 3

Is an Oregon notary required to keep a journal of notarial acts?

Accepted Answer

Yes, notaries are encouraged or required to maintain a journal depending on act type

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No, journals are optional and rarely used

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Only for real estate transactions

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Only for electronic notarizations

Question 4

What should an Oregon notary do if their official seal is lost or stolen?

Accepted Answer

Notify the Secretary of State and obtain a replacement seal

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Continue using a personal stamp until a replacement arrives

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Have the county recorder issue a temporary seal

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File a police report but no notification to the state is required

Question 5

Which of the following must be recorded in an Oregon notary journal entry?

Accepted Answer

Date of the notarial act, type of act, and description of the document

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The full text of the document being notarized

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The names of all parties to the transaction

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The fee charged by the notary

Question 6

How long must an Oregon notary retain their journal after the commission expires?

Accepted Answer

At least 10 years

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1 year

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5 years

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Indefinitely