WHAT IS NOTARY PUBLIC
The Ohio Secretary of State has appointed a Notary Public. A Notary Public is a public officer appointed by the Ohio Secretary of State. They can administer oaths or certify depositions and take and certify acknowledgments and deeds of mortgages, deeds, powers of attorney and other writing instruments. This jurisdiction can be used for anyone who is physically located in Ohio regardless of their state of residence.
Notary Publics cannot draft or prepare legal documents, or help others do so. This is known as the unauthorized practice of Ohio law and could result in a fine or imprisonment.
Qualifications to Becoming a Notary Public
The State of Ohio requires that a person apply to be a Notary Public.
THE APPLICATION SYSTEM
To obtain a Notary Public license in Stark County Ohio, all persons must pass a written examination pursuant to Rule 23 of Rules of Practice of Stark County Court of Common Pleas.
The Stark County Bar Association can pick up applications and the study guidebook between 8:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. on Monday through Friday.
The Stark County Bar Association hosts the examination on the 2nd or 4th Tuesdays of each month, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. If the exam falls on a legal holiday it will be moved to the next scheduled date.
If a reexamination is necessary, you will need to wait thirty (30) days before being eligible for the examination again.
NOTARY RENEWAL PROCESS
Your notary license expires 30-60 days before you apply for renewal. You will not be allowed to notarize if the commission is expired. Your license can be renewed up to five years after the expiration date, without the need to take the test again. The process of renewing your license usually takes between four and six (6) weeks after the renewal form has been received.
You can pick up applications at the Stark County Bar Association from 8:45 to 4:15 p.m. on Monday through Friday.
Where To Work As a Notary in Ohio
You can work in many settings as a public notary in Ohio. Whether you decide to work for a law firm, real estate agency or a government job, there are many options available. You can also work for yourself as a mobile notary.
Where To Find Clients in Ohio
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