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Do both people need to be present for a notarization in Ohio?

It depends on the document. In many Ohio notarizations only one party signs before the notary — the seller on a vehicle title, or the grantor on a deed. Powers of attorney require only the principal to sign. Check the document's specific requirements or consult the attorney who prepared it.

Frequently asked questions

Do both buyer and seller need to be present for a vehicle title notarization in Ohio?

In a standard Ohio private-party vehicle sale, only the seller's signature requires notarization. The buyer typically does not need to be present for the notarization.

Do both spouses need to sign a power of attorney?

A power of attorney is signed only by the person granting the authority. In most cases only the principal signer and any required witnesses need to be present.

Can two people at different locations both sign the same document?

Each signer must appear before a notary separately. NotaryCincy can coordinate mobile appointments at different locations on the same day when scheduling allows.

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