Notary Exam |40 Questions with 100% Correct Answers | Updated & Verified | 2024

Can a Notary practice law? A notary is specifically PROHIBITED from practicing law, unless he/she is already an attorney Are notaries commissioned for their specific county of residence? NO. Notaries are commissioned for the entire state of Ohio but should still apply through their county of residency. When must an applicant take their notary exam? Within 90 days of receiving test instructions. An applicant who fails to pass the exam may not file a new application for re-examinations sooner than... 30 days Notary Public Commission is valid for how long? 5 years. It must be renewed every five years unless you are an attorney. When should you make your application for renewal? 90 days before your commission expires, it takes 3-4 for renewals to p