North Carolina § 47-16 - 2. Definitions.
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§ 47-16. 2. Definitions.
In this Article: "Document" means information that is: Inscribed on a tangible medium or that is stored in an electronic or other medium and is retrievable in perceivable form; and Eligible to be recorded in the land records maintained by the register of deeds. "Electronic" means relating to technology having electrical, digital, magnetic, wireless, optical, electromagnetic, or similar capabilities. "Electronic document" means a document that is received by the register of deeds in an electronic form. "Electronic signature" means an electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with a document and executed or adopted by a person with the intent to sign the document. "Person" means an individual, corporation, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, limited liability company, association, joint venture, public corporation, government, or governmental subdivision, agency, or instrumentality, or any other legal or commercial entity. History (2005-391, s. 1.)
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 47-16
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 47-16 cover?
Section 47-16 ("2. Definitions.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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