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Notary Public Commission
The Clerk of Courts in its Common Pleas Division administers the oath of office to Notary Publics and issues the Notary Public Commission. There is a $5.00 fee for this service. The Clerk also offers an optional Notary Public Identification Card--displaying the notary's name, photograph, and commission expiration--that is available for an additional fee of $3.00 in Room 315 of the Courthouse.
 
Individuals interested in becoming a Notary Public should contact:
Cincinnati Bar Association
2nd Floor
225 East Sixth St
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
(513) 381-8213 or (513) 699-1405
 
In the State of Ohio, a notary public is a person appointed and commissioned by the Governor of the state to:
  • administer oaths required or authorized by law;
  • take and certify depositions;
  • take and certify acknowledgements of deeds, mortgages, liens, powers of attorney, and other written instruments; and
  • receive, make, and record notorial protests.
These functions may be performed by a notary anywhere in the State of Ohio. Notary publics hold their office for a term of 5 years, at which time their term may be renewed. Attorneys admitted to the practice of law in the State of Ohio hold their offices indefinitely as a notary public.
 
To search by notary name, click here.
 
 
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