How Do You Become a Notary Public in Ohio?
As a public notary in Ohio, you will be responsible for notarizing a variety of documents including legal and loan documents. Since a notary public is commissioned by the state of Ohio, they are legally responsible for witnessing the signing of documents–and checking proper identification of all parties. Some notaries work for financial institutions, while others work as a mobile notary; offering notary services in people’s homes. Make sure you meet Ohio’s minimum requirements for becoming a notary. They require that all notaries be at least 18 years of age and legally reside in the state of Ohio. There isn’t any minimum length of residency required; you just need a permanent address and an Ohio state driver’s license. Request a notary application from your county. Each county maintains their own notary public database and applications, so you need to request an application from the county you legally reside in. For a complete list of Ohio counties contact information, check out the S
