Ohio Notary Public EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 100% VERIFIED!(RATED A+)

What is the purpose of a Notary Public? - ANSWERsees that documents are properly notarized, assuring that the person signing has been identified, and that procedures for notarizing the document have been followed What does the notary providing an "atmosphere of truthfulness" mean? - ANSWERBy giving an oath before the document is signed, the oath asks the signer to swear to the truthfulness of the document. When does a notary public commission expire? - ANSWER5 years When can non-attorney notaries renew their commission? - ANSWERwithin 3 months prior to expiration of commission What are the 5 requirements a notarial seal must have? - ANSWER1. State coat of arms within a circle 2. At least 3 quarters of an inch in diameter but not more than 1 inch in diameter 3. Surrounded by "notary public" or words to that effect 4. State of Ohio 5. Ink or emboss (sometimes raised seal) Instead of appearing on the seal, how may the name of the notary public appear? - ANSWERprinted, typewritten, or stamped in legible, printed letters near the notary public's signature on each document signed by the notary public What 3 instances must be reported to the Secretary of State? - ANSWER1. Name change (within 30 days) 2. Resignation of commission 3. Conviction of disqualifying offense What 5 instances are cause for revocation of a notary public commission? - ANSWER1. Violation of the oath 2. Failure to administer oath 3. Conviction of disqualifying offense 4. Charging fees in excess of what is permitted by law 5. Ineligible for reappointment What 4 things are notaries responsible for? - ANSWER1. Administering oaths 2. Taking/certifying depositions 3. Taking/certifying deed, mortgage, lien, power-of-attorney acknowledgements 4. Compelling witnesses to appear for deposition