Once you pass the notary test and receive your commission, where do you record it?

Once you pass the notary test and receive your commission, it is essential to understand the protocols for recording your notary commission. In Ohio, after you receive your commission, you are not required to record it with any local authority or agency. This means that there is no need to file your notary commission with the clerk of courts or in your county's public records.

While other states may have different recording requirements, Ohio's process is streamlined, allowing notaries to maintain their commission without the necessity of external recording, reducing the administrative burden on newly commissioned notaries. This simplification helps notaries focus on their duties rather than navigating additional bureaucratic requirements.

In this context, choices that imply a requirement to record with the clerk of courts, public records, or the Ohio Secretary of State would inaccurately represent the process, as Ohio does not mandate such recordings for notary commissions. Understanding this distinction is important for newly commissioned notaries, ensuring they are aware of their obligations and the administrative aspects of their role.