HI Notary Remote Online Notarization 2

Question 1

What technology is required for a valid remote online notarization (RON) session in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

Live audio-video communication technology that allows real-time interaction

Answer

RON requires live, synchronous audio-video communication where the notary and signer can see and hear each other in real time throughout the session.

Question 2

In a Hawaii RON session, how must the notary verify the signer's identity?

Accepted Answer

Through knowledge-based authentication (KBA) questions, credential analysis of a government ID, or both

Answer

RON identity verification typically requires multi-factor methods including knowledge-based authentication and/or credential analysis of a government-issued ID.

Question 3

Must a Hawaii notary record the RON session?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an audio-video recording of the entire session must be retained

Answer

Hawaii requires the notary to create and retain an audio-video recording of the entire RON session as part of the notarial record.

Question 4

Can a Hawaii notary perform a RON session for a signer located in another state?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as the notary is commissioned and physically located in Hawaii

Answer

A Hawaii-commissioned notary may perform RON for a signer located anywhere, as long as the notary is physically located in Hawaii during the session.

Question 5

What type of electronic seal must a Hawaii notary use for RON documents?

Accepted Answer

A tamper-evident electronic seal that complies with state standards

Answer

RON requires a tamper-evident electronic seal that meets state technology standards, not simply a digital image of a physical seal.

(HI Notary) Hawaii Notary Exam Practice Test

(HI Notary) Hawaii Notary Exam Practice Test

HI Notary Remote Online Notarization 2