What happens next?

How to become a notary in ohio
Determine your eligibility.
In ohio, notaries must be 18 years of age and legal residents of the state. You also cannot have had a previous notary commission revoked, as this makes you ineligible.
Having a criminal record could make it harder to become a notary, as notaries are expected to be highly law-abiding citizens. If you are not a legal resident of ohio, you can still become a notary if you are an attorney who practices law in the state.