Remote Online Notarization (RON) Flashcards

What technology requirement is essential for conducting a Remote Online Notarization (RON) in Indiana?

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

RON requires real-time audio-video communication technology so the notary and signer can see and hear each other simultaneously.

Under Indiana's RON law, may an Indiana-commissioned notary perform RON for a signer located in another state?

Answer: Yes, as long as the notary is physically located in Indiana during the notarization

Under Indiana RON law, the notary must be physically located in Indiana. The signer may be located anywhere, even outside the state.

What type of signature does an Indiana notary use when performing a Remote Online Notarization?

Answer: An electronic signature and electronic seal applied to the electronic document

RON requires the notary to use an electronic signature and electronic seal applied to the electronic document being notarized.

How long must an Indiana notary retain the audio-visual recording of a Remote Online Notarization session?

Answer: 10 years

Indiana RON law requires notaries to retain audio-visual recordings of RON sessions for at least 10 years.

Which of the following is an acceptable method of identity verification under Indiana's RON law?

Answer: Knowledge-based authentication (KBA) combined with credential analysis of the signer's government-issued ID

Indiana RON law requires multi-factor identity proofing including knowledge-based authentication (KBA) and credential analysis.

An Indiana notary registered for RON must use an approved RON technology platform. Who approves these platforms in Indiana?

Answer: The Indiana Secretary of State maintains a list of approved RON technology providers

The Indiana Secretary of State oversees RON platform approval and maintains a list of authorized technology providers.