Hello, I just became a Notary for my job in West Virginia, which is on the border of Ohio. I actually live in Ohio.  Can I notarize in Ohio as well? — J.S., West Virginia

No. As a West Virginia Notary, you may perform official acts throughout the state of West Virginia but not beyond state borders  (WVC 39-4-10[a][1]). To be able to notarize in Ohio, you’d have to apply and be commissioned as an Ohio Notary.

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