Remote Online Notarization Flashcards

Under Georgia law, what technology requirement must be met for remote online notarization (RON)?

Answer: Audio-visual communication technology that allows real-time interaction

Georgia's RON law requires audio-visual technology enabling real-time, two-way communication between the notary and signer.

How must a Georgia notary verify a signer's identity during a remote online notarization session?

Answer: Through credential analysis and identity proofing by an approved provider

Georgia RON requires multi-factor identity verification including credential analysis of government-issued ID and identity proofing through an approved third-party provider.

What must a Georgia notary create and retain for each remote online notarization session?

Answer: An audio-visual recording of the entire session

Georgia law requires notaries to create and store an audio-visual recording of the complete RON session as part of their records.

For how long must a Georgia notary retain remote online notarization recordings?

Answer: At least 10 years

Georgia requires RON session recordings to be retained for a minimum of 10 years after the notarial act.

Which of the following documents may NOT be notarized remotely under Georgia's RON provisions?

Answer: Self-proved wills and codicils

Georgia RON law excludes certain documents including self-proved wills and codicils from being notarized through remote online means.

What type of electronic seal must a Georgia notary use for remote online notarization?

Answer: A tamper-evident digital seal that renders any changes evident

Georgia RON requires a tamper-evident electronic seal that makes any subsequent changes to the notarized document detectable.