Ohio Notary Study Guide questions and
answers 2024\2025 A+ Grade
* I took my notary test in Dayton, Ohio (Montgomery County).
* This quizlet was the one that prepared me the most.
* The actual test is 45 questions. Then you fill out a blank copy of a title, where the seller enters their
info, where the buyer enters their info and mileage, and then where the notary fills in their info.
* Don't forget to use the stamp provided to put the notary stamp on the title at the end of the test.
- correct answer Good Luck!
Qualifications to be a notary in Ohio:
- correct answer * American citizen
* At least 18 years of age
* Qualified/registered to vote at every election in county of residence
An Ohio notary is a public officer of:
- correct answer The State of Ohio
An Ohio notary is commissioned by:
- correct answer The Secretary of the State
How many persons may the Secretary of State appoint and commission as notaries?
- correct answer As many as he/she deems necessary
What should the applicant provide for the Secretary of State in order to be appointed?
- correct answer A certificate from a judge that he is of good moral character, a citizen of the county in
which he resides, knowledge that the applicant has necessary qualifications or has passed an
examination. In larger counties, committees of lawyers aid in determining this and present to a judge
(Ex- Montgomery County requires: written form of application, under oath, and a passing grade on an
exam. If requirements are fulfilled, the committee presents to a judge for approval)
, Term length for a notary:
- correct answer 5 years
Term length for a notary if he/she is an attorney:
- correct answer Valid as long as they are a resident of Ohio or their principal place of business is in Ohio
Consequences of violating the oath of office:
- correct answer * Removed from office by the Court of Common Pleas of the county in which he
resides.
* The person so removed shall be ineligible for reappointment.
Describe the seal of a notary:
- correct answer * Coat of arms of the state of Ohio within a circle one inch (1") in diameter
* Surrounded by the words "notary public," "notarial seal," or words to that effect
* The name of the notary public
* The words "State of Ohio"
True / False:
The seal may be of either a type that will stamp ink or one that will emboss it.
- correct answer True
If the notary's name does not appear on the seal, what should he/she do?
- correct answer Have his/her name printed, typewritten, or stamped in legible printed letters near
his/her signature on each document he/she signs
What else does a notary need to discharge his/her duties?
- correct answer An official register (journal)
What happens to the official register upon death, removal, etc.?
- correct answer It is deposited in the office of the county recorder of the county in which he/she
resides.
answers 2024\2025 A+ Grade
* I took my notary test in Dayton, Ohio (Montgomery County).
* This quizlet was the one that prepared me the most.
* The actual test is 45 questions. Then you fill out a blank copy of a title, where the seller enters their
info, where the buyer enters their info and mileage, and then where the notary fills in their info.
* Don't forget to use the stamp provided to put the notary stamp on the title at the end of the test.
- correct answer Good Luck!
Qualifications to be a notary in Ohio:
- correct answer * American citizen
* At least 18 years of age
* Qualified/registered to vote at every election in county of residence
An Ohio notary is a public officer of:
- correct answer The State of Ohio
An Ohio notary is commissioned by:
- correct answer The Secretary of the State
How many persons may the Secretary of State appoint and commission as notaries?
- correct answer As many as he/she deems necessary
What should the applicant provide for the Secretary of State in order to be appointed?
- correct answer A certificate from a judge that he is of good moral character, a citizen of the county in
which he resides, knowledge that the applicant has necessary qualifications or has passed an
examination. In larger counties, committees of lawyers aid in determining this and present to a judge
(Ex- Montgomery County requires: written form of application, under oath, and a passing grade on an
exam. If requirements are fulfilled, the committee presents to a judge for approval)
, Term length for a notary:
- correct answer 5 years
Term length for a notary if he/she is an attorney:
- correct answer Valid as long as they are a resident of Ohio or their principal place of business is in Ohio
Consequences of violating the oath of office:
- correct answer * Removed from office by the Court of Common Pleas of the county in which he
resides.
* The person so removed shall be ineligible for reappointment.
Describe the seal of a notary:
- correct answer * Coat of arms of the state of Ohio within a circle one inch (1") in diameter
* Surrounded by the words "notary public," "notarial seal," or words to that effect
* The name of the notary public
* The words "State of Ohio"
True / False:
The seal may be of either a type that will stamp ink or one that will emboss it.
- correct answer True
If the notary's name does not appear on the seal, what should he/she do?
- correct answer Have his/her name printed, typewritten, or stamped in legible printed letters near
his/her signature on each document he/she signs
What else does a notary need to discharge his/her duties?
- correct answer An official register (journal)
What happens to the official register upon death, removal, etc.?
- correct answer It is deposited in the office of the county recorder of the county in which he/she
resides.
