Tennessee § 8-16-310 - Online notarization procedures.
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§ 8-16-310. Online notarization procedures.
In performing an online notarization, an online notary public shall verify the identity of a person creating an electronic signature at the time that the signature is taken by using two-way video and audio conference technology that meets the requirements of this part and rules promulgated pursuant to this part. Identity may be verified by: The online notary public's personal knowledge of the person creating the electronic signature; or Remote presentation by the person creating the electronic signature of a government-issued identification credential, including a passport or driver's license, that contains the signature and a photograph of the person; Credential analysis of the credential described in subdivision (a)(2)(A); and Identity proofing of the person described in subdivision (a)(2)(A). The online notary public shall take reasonable steps to ensure that the two-way video and audio communication used in an online notarization is secure from unauthorized interception. The electronic notarial certificate for an online notarization must include a notation that the notarization is an online notarization. The validity of an online notarization performed by an online notary public of this state in accordance with this chapter shall be determined by applying the laws of this state. Acts 2018, ch. 931, § 2. Effective Dates. Acts 2018, ch. 931, § 5. July 1, 2019; provided that for administrative and rulemaking purposes, the act took effect May 15, 2018.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 8-16-310
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 8-16-310 cover?
Section 8-16-310 ("Online notarization procedures.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. 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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