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What is a Notary Public?

A Notary Public is a public officer appointed under authority of state law with power to administer oaths, certify affidavits and take acknowledgments. No person may be appointed to public office as a Notary Public in Ohio unless he or she is 18 years of age or over and an Ohio resident (or a nonresident attorney who is licensed to practice law in Ohio and has a principal office in Ohio).

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Notary Oath of Office

As of April 2025, newly commissioned Ohio notaries (including attorneys) and notary renewals without a signed Oath are required to complete an Oath of Office. Make it official by taking your Oath of Office at the Columbus Bar Association — your one stop shop for becoming a notary! Enjoy a convenient downtown location, quick and easy appointments, and service administered by an authorized professional.

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Stamps & Supplies

The CBA provides quality notary supplies (stamps, seals, embossers, stamp pads, etc.) through our approved vendor. Please wait to order your stamp until you have completed your application with the Secretary of State and received your commission number. The name on your stamp should appear as it does on your commission.

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Notary Errors & Omissions Insurance

Notary Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance is essentially "liability" coverage designed to protect your personal and professional assets in the event you make a mistake as a Notary that causes your client to suffer financial loss. The Columbus Bar provides E&O insurance through respected insurer RLI.

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Contact Us

If you would like to speak with our Notary Administrator, you may email notary@cbalaw.org, or call our office Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30am and 5:00pm at (614) 221-3810 or toll-free at (877) 666-8279.