Ohio Notary Public Exam — All Questions
2 questions
Fees
What is the maximum fee for a traditional in-person notarial act in Ohio?
- a.$2
- b.$5✓
- c.$15
- d.No limit
Ohio caps the fee for a traditional in-person notarial act at $5 per act. A notary may charge less but not more. Online notarizations have a separate, higher maximum to reflect added technology and verification steps.
Fees
Why does Ohio allow a higher maximum fee for online notarizations?
- a.To reflect the added technology, identity-proofing, and recording steps✓
- b.Because online notaries are attorneys
- c.Because there is no cap online
- d.To discourage online acts
Online notarization involves credential analysis, identity proofing, audio-video technology, and recording retention. Ohio therefore sets a higher maximum fee (e.g., up to $25 per online act by statute/rule) than the $5 traditional cap. Verify the current figure.