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Alabama Remote Online Notary State Laws
Online notarizations are legally recognized in Alabama through interstate acceptance.
While Alabama does not currently have its own remote online notarization (RON) statute, it does honor notarizations carried out legally in other states. This means that an online notarization completed by a notary licensed in a state that allows RON is valid and enforceable in Alabama, provided it complies with the commissioning state’s laws. Relevant Alabama statutes supporting this interstate recognition include Ala. Code §§ 35-4-26, 35-4-27, and 12-21-4.
Alaska Remote Online Notary State Laws
Alaska authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations pursuant to Alaska Stat. §§ 44.50.075 et seq.
Additionally, Alaska accepts remote notarizations carried out in other states, as long as they follow the laws of the notary’s jurisdiction. This recognition of out-of-state notarizations is supported by Alaska Stat. § 09.63.050.
Arizona Remote Online Notary State Laws
Arizona allows its notaries to carry out online notarizations under Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 41-371 et seq. (until June 30, 2022) and Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 41-263 (effective June 30, 2022).
Moreover, Arizona honors online notarizations conducted by notaries from other states, provided they are properly executed under the laws of that state. Relevant interstate recognition statutes include Ariz. Rev. Stat. §§ 33-411 & 33-501 (until June 30, 2022) and Ariz. Rev. Stat. §§ 41-259 & 33-411 (starting June 30, 2022).
Arkansas Remote Online Notary State Laws
Arkansas permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under Ark. Code Ann. §§ 21-14-301 et seq.
Furthermore, Arkansas acknowledges remote notarizations properly carried out by notaries licensed in other states. Relevant interstate recognition statutes include Ark. Code Ann. §§ 16-45-102, 16-47-103, 16-47-203, 16-47-210, and 18-12-203.
California Remote Online Notary State Laws
Online notarizations are valid and binding in California through interstate recognition.
Although California does not have its own remote online notarization (RON) statute, it accepts notarizations that are legally conducted by notaries from other states. This means that if a notary commissioned in a state with RON authority performs an online notarization following their state’s laws, it is valid and enforceable in California. The relevant California statutes for interstate recognition are Cal. Civ. Code §§ 1182, 1189, and 1193.
Colorado allows its commissioned notaries to perform online notarizations under Colo. Rev. Stat. §§ 24-21-506 and 24-21-514.5.
In addition, Colorado accepts remote notarizations properly completed by notaries from other states. The relevant statutes governing interstate recognition include Colo. Rev. Stat. §§ 24-21-511, 38-30-126, and 38-35-105.
Colorado Remote Online Notary State Laws
Connecticut Remote Online Notary State Laws
Connecticut recognizes the validity and enforceability of online notarizations through interstate acceptance.
Although Connecticut lacks its own remote online notarization (RON) statute this time, it acknowledges notarizations properly conducted by notaries licensed in other states. Thus, an online notarization carried out by a notary commissioned in a state with a RON law is valid and enforceable in Connecticut when completed following the laws of that commissioning state. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Conn. Gen. Stat. §§ 1-30, 1-57, 47-5a, 47-7, and 52-148c.
Delaware Remote Online Notary State Laws
Effective August 1, 2023, Delaware authorizes notaries to perform online notarizations under Del. Code Ann. tit. 29, § 4320.
Moreover, Delaware recognizes remote notarizations properly executed by notaries from other states. The applicable laws for interstate recognition include Del. Code Ann. tit. 25, §§ 129 and 171, along with tit. 29, § 4324.
Florida Remote Online Notary State Laws
Florida authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations pursuant to Fla. Stat. §§ 117.201 et seq.
In addition, Florida recognizes online notarizations that are properly performed by notaries of other states. The applicable interstate recognition laws are Fla. Stat. §§ 92.50, 695.03, & 90.902.
Georgia Remote Online Notary State Laws
In Georgia, online notarizations are legally valid and enforceable through interstate recognition.
Although Georgia does not have its own remote online notarization (RON) statute, it accepts notarizations correctly performed by notaries commissioned in other states. This means an online notarization carried out by a notary from a state that permits RON is valid and enforceable in Georgia, as long as it follows the laws of that notary’s home state. The governing interstate recognition statutes in Georgia are Ga. Code Ann. §§ 44-2-21, 44-2-17, 44-14-34, 44-14-62, and 9-10-113.
Hawaii Remote Online Notary State Laws
Hawaii permits its notaries to conduct online notarizations under Haw. Rev. Stat. § 456-23.
In addition, Hawaii accepts remote notarizations legally completed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for recognizing out-of-state notarizations are Haw. Rev. Stat. §§ 502-45, 502-46, and 621-13.
Idaho Remote Online Notary State Laws
Idaho authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations pursuant to Idaho Code § 51-114A.
In addition, Idaho recognizes online notarizations that are properly performed by notaries of other states. The applicable interstate recognition laws are Idaho Code §§ 51-111, 55-805, & 9-1401.
Illinois Remote Online Notary State Laws
Illinois authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations pursuant to 5 Ill. Comp. Stat. 312/3-105 & 312/6A-101 et seq (effective upon the adoption of rules).
In addition, Illinois recognizes online notarizations that are properly performed by notaries of other states. The applicable interstate recognition laws are 765 Ill. Comp. Stat. 30/2 & 5/20 and 5 Ill. Comp. Stat. 255/6.
Indiana Remote Online Notary State Laws
Indiana allows its notaries to conduct online notarizations under Ind. Code Ann. §§ 33-42-.05-3 et seq. and 33-42-17-1 et seq.
Furthermore, Indiana accepts online notarizations properly carried out by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant laws for interstate recognition are Ind. Code Ann. §§ 33-42-9-8 and 34-37-1-5.
Iowa Remote Online Notary State Laws
Iowa authorizes its notaries to execute online notarizations under Iowa Code §§ 9B.6 and 9B.14A.
Additionally, Iowa accepts remote notarizations legally performed by notaries commissioned in other states. The applicable statutes for interstate recognition are Iowa Code §§ 9B.11, 558.20, and 622.86.
Kansas Remote Online Notary State Laws
Kansas authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations pursuant to Kan. Stat. Ann. § 53-5a15.
In addition, Kansas recognizes online notarizations that are properly performed by notaries of other states. The applicable interstate recognition laws are Kan. Stat. Ann. §§ 53-5a11 & 58-2228.
Kentucky Remote Online Notary State Laws
Kentucky authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations pursuant to Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 423.300 et seq.
In addition, Kentucky recognizes online notarizations that are properly performed by notaries of other states. The applicable interstate recognition laws are Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 423.345, 423.110, & 382.160.
Louisiana Remote Online Notary State Laws
Remote Online Notarization (RON) is permitted in Louisiana parishes for notaries who are commissioned to perform it.
RON was legalized in Louisiana in February 2022 with the enactment of House Bill 274. To qualify, Louisiana notaries must complete a state-approved online training course, pass an assessment, and register with a certified Remote Online Notarization technology provider.
Maine Remote Online Notary State Laws
Maine allows its notaries to perform online notarizations under Me. Stat. tit. 4, § 1915 (effective July 1, 2023).
Additionally, Maine accepts remote notarizations properly completed by notaries commissioned in other states. The applicable statutes for interstate recognition are Me. Stat. tit. 4 §§ 1011 and 202 (currently in effect) and § 1911 (effective July 1, 2023).
Maryland Remote Online Notary State Laws
Maryland permits its notaries to conduct online notarizations under Md. Code Ann., State Gov’t §§ 18-201 et seq.
Furthermore, Maryland accepts online notarizations that are properly carried out by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant law for interstate recognition is Md. Code Ann., State Gov’t § 18-210.
Massachusetts Remote Online Notary State Laws
Online notarizations are valid and enforceable in Massachusetts due to interstate recognition.
Although Massachusetts does not currently have a remote online notarization (RON) statute, it acknowledges notarizations properly completed by notaries commissioned in other states. Therefore, an online notarization performed by a notary authorized under a state with RON laws is recognized as valid and enforceable in Massachusetts when conducted according to that state’s requirements. The relevant Massachusetts statutes include Mass. Ann. Laws ch. 183, §§ 30 and 41, and ch. 233, § 73.
Michigan Remote Online Notary State Laws
Michigan permits its notaries to carry out online notarizations under Mich. Comp. Laws §§ 55.285 to 55.287.
Additionally, Michigan acknowledges online notarizations properly completed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Mich. Comp. Laws §§ 55.285a, 565.9, 565.10, 565.352, and 565.601.
Minnesota Remote Online Notary State Laws
Minnesota allows its notaries to conduct online notarizations under Minn. Stat. § 358.645.
Additionally, Minnesota accepts online notarizations properly performed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant interstate recognition statute is Minn. Stat. § 358.61.
Mississippi Remote Online Notary State Laws
In Mississippi, online notarizations are valid and enforceable through interstate recognition.
Although Mississippi does not have its own remote online notarization (RON) statute, it accepts notarizations that are properly carried out by notaries commissioned in other states. This means that an online notarization performed by a notary in a state with a RON law is valid and enforceable in Mississippi if done according to that state’s legal requirements. The applicable Mississippi statutes for interstate recognition are Miss. Code Ann. §§ 25-34-23, 91-7-33, and 11-1-1.
Missouri Remote Online Notary State Laws
Missouri permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 486.1100 et seq.
Additionally, Missouri acknowledges online notarizations that are correctly executed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 486.775, 442.150, 442.220, 442.230, and 490.530.
Montana Remote Online Notary State Laws
Montana allows its notaries to conduct online notarizations under Mont. Code Ann. §§ 1-5-602 et seq.
Additionally, Montana recognizes remote notarizations that are properly completed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statute for interstate recognition is Mont. Code Ann. § 1-5-605.
Nebraska Remote Online Notary State Laws
Nebraska authorizes its notaries to carry out online notarizations under Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 64-401 to 64-418.
Additionally, Nebraska accepts remote notarizations that are lawfully performed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 64-201, 76-219, 76-235, 76-242, and 76-264.
Nevada Remote Online Notary State Laws
Nevada permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 240.181 to 240.206.
Additionally, Nevada honors online notarizations that are properly carried out by notaries commissioned in other states. The applicable statute for interstate recognition is Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 240.164.
New Hampshire Remote Online Notary State Laws
Remote Online Notarization (RON) is permitted in New Hampshire counties for notaries who hold a commission for online notarizations.
New Hampshire officially authorized RON in February 2022 through the passage of NH Senate Bill 134.
New Jersey Remote Online Notary State Laws
New Jersey permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under N.J. Stat. §§ 52:7-10.9 and 52:7-10.10.
Additionally, New Jersey recognizes remote notarizations that are lawfully conducted by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition are N.J. Stat. §§ 52:7-10.14, 46:14-6.1, 41:2-17, and 2A:82-7.
New Mexico Remote Online Notary State Laws
New Mexico allows its notaries to conduct online notarizations under N.M. Stat. Ann. § 14-14A-5.
Additionally, New Mexico honors remote notarizations properly carried out by notaries commissioned in other states. The applicable statute for interstate recognition is N.M. Stat. Ann. § 14-14A-10.
New York Remote Online Notary State Laws
New York authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations under N.Y. Exec. Law § 135-C(2).
Additionally, New York recognizes online notarizations properly executed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include N.Y. Real Prop. Law §§ 299, 299a, and 309-b, as well as N.Y. Civ. Prac. L.R. § 2309.
North Carolina Remote Online Notary State Laws
Online notarizations are valid and enforceable in North Carolina due to interstate recognition.
Although North Carolina does not currently have a remote online notarization (RON) law, it acknowledges notarizations properly conducted by notaries commissioned in other states. Thus, an online notarization performed by a notary from a state with RON legislation is valid and enforceable in North Carolina when completed in accordance with the laws of that commissioning state. The relevant statutes are N.C. Gen. Stat. §§ 10B-20(f), 10B-40(e), and 47-2.2.
North Dakota Remote Online Notary State Laws
North Dakota permits its notaries to conduct online notarizations under N.D. Cent. Code § 44-06.1-13.1.
Additionally, North Dakota recognizes online notarizations properly executed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statute for interstate recognition is N.D. Cent. Code § 44-06.1-10.
Ohio Remote Online Notary State Laws
Ohio authorizes its notaries to carry out online notarizations under Ohio Rev. Code Ann. §§ 147.60 et seq.
Additionally, Ohio accepts online notarizations properly performed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Ohio Rev. Code Ann. §§ 147.51 and 5301.06.
Oklahoma Remote Online Notary State Laws
Oklahoma permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under Okla. Stat. tit. 49 §§ 201 et seq.
Additionally, Oklahoma acknowledges online notarizations properly conducted by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Okla. Stat. tit. 49 § 115 and tit. 16 §§ 35 and 37b.
Oregon Remote Online Notary State Laws
Oregon allows its notaries to conduct online notarizations under Or. Rev. Stat. § 194.277.
Additionally, Oregon accepts online notarizations properly performed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statute for interstate recognition is Or. Rev. Stat. § 194.260.
Pennsylvania Remote Online Notary State Laws
Pennsylvania authorizes its notaries to perform online notarizations under 57 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 306.1.
Additionally, Pennsylvania accepts online notarizations properly carried out by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include 57 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 311 and 21 Pa. Stat. Ann. §§ 381 and 265.
Rhode Island Remote Online Notary State Laws
Online notarizations are valid and enforceable in Rhode Island through interstate recognition.
Although Rhode Island does not currently have a remote online notarization (RON) statute, it acknowledges notarizations properly completed by notaries commissioned in other states. Therefore, an online notarization performed by a notary authorized under a state with RON laws is recognized as valid and enforceable in Rhode Island when conducted according to that state’s requirements. The applicable statutes are R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 42-30.1-10 and 34-12-1 to 34-12-3.
South Carolina Remote Online Notary State Laws
Online notarizations are valid and enforceable in South Carolina due to interstate recognition.
While South Carolina does not currently have a remote online notarization (RON) law, it recognizes notarizations properly conducted by notaries commissioned in other states. Thus, an online notarization performed by a notary from a state with RON authorization is valid and enforceable in South Carolina when completed according to that state’s laws. The relevant statutes are S.C. Code Ann. §§ 26-3-20 and 30-5-30.
South Dakota Remote Online Notary State Laws
Online notarizations hold validity and are enforceable in South Dakota through interstate recognition.
While South Dakota lacks a specific remote online notarization (RON) statute, it recognizes notarizations properly performed by out-of-state notaries. Therefore, an online notarization completed by a notary commissioned in a state with RON laws is valid and enforceable in South Dakota when done in compliance with the laws of the notary’s home state. The relevant laws include S.D. Codified Laws §§ 18-5-3 and 15-6-28(a).
Tennessee Remote Online Notary State Laws
Tennessee authorizes its notaries to conduct online notarizations under Tenn. Code Ann. §§ 8-16-301 et seq.
Additionally, Tennessee recognizes online notarizations properly performed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Tenn. Code Ann. §§ 66-22-103, 66-22-107, 66-22-110, 66-22-114, 66-22-115, and 8-16-116.
Texas Remote Online Notary State Laws
Texas permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under Tex. Gov't Code §§ 406.101 et seq.
Additionally, Texas honors online notarizations lawfully carried out by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 121.001, 121.003, and 121.004, as well as Tex. Gov't Code § 602.003.
Utah Remote Online Notary State Laws
Utah permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under Utah Code Ann. §§ 46-1-2(17) et seq.
Additionally, Utah recognizes online notarizations lawfully completed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statute for interstate recognition is Utah Code Ann. § 57-2a-3.
Vermont Remote Online Notary State Laws
Vermont allows its notaries to perform online notarizations under Vt. Stat. Ann. tit. 26, § 5364(b)(2), once the Vermont Secretary of State issues rules for online notarizations.
Additionally, Vermont recognizes online notarizations properly completed by notaries commissioned in other states. The applicable statute for interstate recognition is Vt. Stat. Ann. tit. 26 § 5374.
Virginia Remote Online Notary State Laws
Virginia permits its notaries to carry out online notarizations under Va. Code Ann. § 47.1-2.
Additionally, Virginia acknowledges online notarizations properly performed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include Va. Code Ann. §§ 55.1-616, 47.1-13.1, 55.1-612, and 49-5.
Washington Remote Online Notary State Laws
Washington permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under Wash. Rev. Code Ann. § 42.45.280.
Additionally, Washington recognizes online notarizations properly conducted by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant interstate recognition statutes include Wash. Rev. Code Ann. §§ 42.45.090 and 64.08.020.
West Virginia Remote Online Notary State Laws
West Virginia authorizes its notaries to conduct online notarizations under W. Va. Code §§ 39-4-6 and 39-4-37.
Additionally, West Virginia recognizes online notarizations properly completed by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant statutes for interstate recognition include W. Va. Code §§ 39-4-11, 39-1-3, 39-1-10, 57-4-2, and 57-5-9.
Wisconsin Remote Online Notary State Laws
Wisconsin permits its notaries to perform online notarizations under Wis. Stat. Ann. § 140.145.
Additionally, Wisconsin acknowledges online notarizations properly carried out by notaries commissioned in other states. The relevant interstate recognition statutes include Wis. Stat. Ann. §§ 140.11 and 887.01.
Wyoming Remote Online Notary State Laws
Wyoming allows its notaries to conduct online notarizations under Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 32-3-111.
Additionally, Wyoming recognizes online notarizations properly executed by notaries commissioned in other states. The applicable statute for interstate recognition is Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 32-3-106.