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Electronic Signatures, Recording, and Notarization Laws for Real Estate Transactions: State Comparison Chart

by Practical Law Real Estate

Law stated as of 22 April 2020 | Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, USA (National/Federal), Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

A Chart providing a state-by-state overview of electronic signatures, electronic recording, and remote online notarization (RON) laws for real estate transactions. This Chart examines the adoption of the Uniform Electronic Transaction Act (UETA), the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act (URPERA), and the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (RULONA), highlighting the differences and similarities in legal frameworks. It serves as a practical resource for legal professionals involved in real estate transactions, including counsel representing developers, purchasers, sellers, landlords, tenants, and mortgage lenders. This Chart summarizes the technological requirements for RON, identity verification processes, and recordkeeping obligations. Additionally, it outlines the conditions under which a notary public can perform remote notarizations, including the necessity for state-specific commissions and compliance with established standards. This Chart is updated semi-annually to ensure it reflects the latest legislative changes, making it a valuable tool for staying informed about evolving RON laws.

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