MD Notary Remote Online Notarization

Question 1

Which legislation authorized Remote Online Notarization in Maryland?

Accepted Answer

House Bill 12 / Senate Bill 678

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House Bill 100 / Senate Bill 200

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Maryland Electronic Notarization Act of 2015

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Maryland Uniform Electronic Transactions Act of 2018

Question 2

When did Maryland's Remote Online Notarization law take effect?

Accepted Answer

October 1, 2020

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January 1, 2020

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July 1, 2021

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March 15, 2020

Question 3

During a Remote Online Notarization, where must the Maryland notary be physically located?

Accepted Answer

In Maryland

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Anywhere in the United States

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In the same state as the signer

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At a state-registered RON facility

Question 4

What identity verification methods are required for Remote Online Notarization in Maryland?

Accepted Answer

Credential analysis and knowledge-based authentication (KBA)

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Government-issued ID card and personal interview only

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Social Security number verification and biometric scan

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Notary's personal knowledge of the signer

Question 5

What must be stated in the electronic notarial certificate for a Remote Online Notarization in Maryland?

Accepted Answer

That the notarial act was performed using communication technology

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The signer's home address and telephone number

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The name of the RON platform provider used

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The signer's government-issued ID number

Question 6

What type of technology must be used to perform a Remote Online Notarization in Maryland?

Accepted Answer

Real-time audio-visual communication technology

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Telephone audio connection combined with document fax

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Encrypted email with attached digital signature

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Pre-recorded video without a live interaction requirement

Question 7

Can a signer be located outside of Maryland during a Remote Online Notarization performed by a Maryland notary?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the signer may be located anywhere

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No, both parties must be physically in Maryland

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Only if the signer is in a neighboring state

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Only if the signer is a Maryland resident