Legal Compliance

Is Remote Online Notarization Legal?

Yes. Remote Online Notarization is authorized by law in many U.S. states and continues to expand nationwide. Documents notarized through RON are legally valid and recognized.

State Authorization

Growing State Adoption

An increasing number of states have enacted legislation specifically authorizing Remote Online Notarization. These laws establish the requirements notaries must follow and the technology standards platforms must meet.

States that have authorized RON have established clear guidelines for:

  • Identity verification requirements
  • Audio-video communication standards
  • Recording and retention obligations
  • Electronic seal and signature requirements

Notary Licensing

Notaries who perform Remote Online Notarizations must be licensed or commissioned by a state that authorizes RON. They must complete additional training and meet technology requirements beyond traditional notary qualifications.

Our Commitment

We work exclusively with notaries who are properly commissioned in states that authorize Remote Online Notarization and who have completed all required training and technology certifications.

Interstate Recognition

Cross-State Validity

Under longstanding legal principles, a notarization performed by a notary commissioned in one state is generally recognized in other states. This principle extends to Remote Online Notarization.

When a notary performs a Remote Online Notarization, they are acting under the authority of their commissioning state. The resulting notarized document carries the same legal weight as a traditional in-person notarization.

Federal Recognition

Federal agencies have issued guidance recognizing the validity of properly executed Remote Online Notarizations.

Industry Acceptance

Title companies, lenders, and government agencies increasingly accept documents notarized via RON.

Common Misconceptions

Misconception: "RON isn't as secure as in-person notarization"

Reality:

Remote Online Notarization often provides stronger verification than traditional notarization. It includes knowledge-based authentication, credential analysis, session recording, and complete audit trails that are not typically present in in-person notarizations.

Misconception: "RON documents aren't accepted everywhere"

Reality:

Properly executed Remote Online Notarizations are widely accepted by title companies, lenders, government agencies, and courts. Acceptance continues to grow as RON becomes more common.

Misconception: "Any notary can perform RON"

Reality:

Only notaries commissioned in states that authorize Remote Online Notarization may perform RON. They must complete additional training and meet specific technology requirements beyond traditional notary qualifications.

Misconception: "RON is only for simple documents"

Reality:

Remote Online Notarization is used for a wide range of documents, including real estate closings, powers of attorney, business agreements, affidavits, and legal documents, subject to applicable state law requirements.

Our Compliance Commitment

We maintain strict adherence to all applicable Remote Online Notarization laws and work only with properly commissioned notaries. Every session follows state-mandated procedures for identity verification, recordkeeping, and notarial acts.

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