MI Notary Electronic and Remote Notarization in Michigan

Question 1

What is the term for notarization performed using audio-video technology where the signer is in a different location than the notary?

Accepted Answer

Remote online notarization (RON)

Answer

Electronic notarization

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Digital acknowledgment

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Virtual witnessing

Question 2

When did Michigan authorize remote online notarization?

Accepted Answer

2020

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2015

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2018

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2022

Question 3

For a Michigan remote online notarization, what technology requirement must be met?

Accepted Answer

Real-time audio-video communication

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Email communication only

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Pre-recorded video submission

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Text-based chat with document upload

Question 4

What process does a Michigan notary performing RON use to verify the remote signer's identity?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge-based authentication (KBA) or credential analysis

Answer

Personal knowledge only

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A phone call to confirm identity

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Government database lookup by the notary

Question 5

Which type of electronic signature must a Michigan RON notary use when performing a remote notarization?

Accepted Answer

A digital signature tied to a tamper-evident certificate

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Any scanned signature

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A handwritten signature scanned and attached

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No signature is required for RON

Question 6

How long must a Michigan notary retain the audio-video recording of a remote online notarization?

Accepted Answer

10 years

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1 year

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3 years

Answer

5 years