Ohio Notary Practice Exam

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What is the penalty for a notary for receiving excessive fees?

Removal from office and ineligible for reappointment
Fine of up to $1000
Suspension for 1 year
Mandatory retraining

The correct answer is: Removal from office and ineligible for reappointment

Receiving excessive fees is a serious violation of a notary's duties and responsibilities. As a public officer, a notary is expected to charge only the allowed fees for their services and not overcharge their clients. Therefore, the penalty for this offense is the most severe, which is removal from office and being ineligible for reappointment. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not adequately address the gravity of the violation and the consequences for the notary. A fine of up to $1000 (option B) may not sufficiently discourage a notary from charging excessive fees again, while a one-year suspension (option C) may still allow the notary to return to their position after a period of time. Mandatory retraining (option D) may also not be enough to deter a notary from repeating the offense. Thus, option A is the most appropriate and just penalty for this type of misconduct.