Remote Online Notarization (RON) Flashcards

When did Florida authorize Remote Online Notarization (RON)?

Answer: January 1, 2020

Florida's RON law (F.S. 117.021) took effect on January 1, 2020, making Florida one of the first states with a fully operational RON framework.

What technology must a Florida RON notary use to communicate with the signer?

Answer: Two-way audio-visual communication in real time

Florida RON requires the notary and signer to communicate via real-time two-way audio-visual technology so the notary can observe the signer throughout the notarial act.

Which of the following is a required identity verification method specific to Florida's RON process?

Answer: Knowledge-based authentication (KBA) or credential analysis

Florida's RON framework requires identity proofing through credential analysis and/or knowledge-based authentication (KBA) to verify the remote signer's identity.

Under Florida's RON law, where may the signer be physically located during a remote online notarization?

Answer: Anywhere in the world

Florida's RON statute permits the signer to be located anywhere in the world during the notarial act, as long as all legal requirements are met.

What must a Florida RON notary retain as a record of each remote online notarization?

Answer: An audio-visual recording and electronic journal entry of the notarial act

Florida requires RON notaries to maintain an electronic journal entry and an audio-visual recording of each remote notarial act for at least 10 years.

What must a Florida notary do before performing RON for the first time?

Answer: Register with the Florida Department of State as a RON notary

Florida notaries must register with the Department of State before performing RON and must use a state-approved RON technology platform.