MN Notary Electronic and Remote Online Notarization 2

Question 1

Credential analysis as an identity verification method for RON in Minnesota involves:

Accepted Answer

Analyzing a government-issued photo ID using software to confirm its authenticity and match to the signer

Answer

Credential analysis uses technology to examine security features of a government-issued ID and confirm it is genuine and belongs to the person presenting it during the RON session.

Question 2

If the audio-visual connection is interrupted during the identity verification portion of a Minnesota RON session, what must occur?

Accepted Answer

The entire identity verification process must restart from the beginning

Answer

Minnesota law requires the entire identity verification process to restart if the audio-visual connection is interrupted before identity is fully confirmed, ensuring no security gaps.

Question 3

A Minnesota electronic notary seal must include which of the following required elements?

Accepted Answer

The notary's name, commission expiration date, and state jurisdiction

Answer

A Minnesota electronic notary seal must include the notary's name, the text 'Notary Public, State of Minnesota,' and the notary's commission expiration date, mirroring traditional seal requirements.

Question 4

A Minnesota notary must refuse to proceed with a RON session if:

Accepted Answer

The signer appears unwilling to sign voluntarily or lacks the mental capacity to understand the document

Answer

A notary must refuse any notarization—including RON—if the signer appears to be acting under duress, lacks willingness, or does not have the mental capacity to understand what they are signing.

Question 5

Which Minnesota statute primarily governs electronic notarial acts, including remote online notarization?

Accepted Answer

Minnesota Statutes Chapter 358A

Answer

Minnesota Statutes Chapter 358A, the Minnesota Electronic and Remote Online Notary Public Act, is the primary statute governing electronic and remote online notarial acts in the state.

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MN Notary Electronic and Remote Online Notarization 2