NNA Remote Online Notarization & Digital Practices

Question 1

What is Remote Online Notarization (RON)?

Accepted Answer

A process where the notary and signer are in different locations and communicate via audio-video technology

Answer

RON allows notaries to perform notarial acts using secure audio-video communication technology, with the signer and notary in separate physical locations, using identity verification and digital signatures.

Question 2

Which identity verification method is commonly required for Remote Online Notarization?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge-based authentication (KBA) questions plus credential analysis of a government-issued ID

Answer

RON platforms typically require multi-factor identity verification including credential analysis (scanning a valid government ID) and knowledge-based authentication (questions from the signer's personal history).

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

The retention period varies by state, typically 5 to 10 years

Answer

State laws require RON recordings to be retained for varying periods, commonly 5 to 10 years. These recordings serve as evidence of the notarization process and identity verification.

Question 4

What type of electronic signature does a notary typically use in a RON transaction?

Accepted Answer

A digital certificate-based signature with tamper-evident technology

Answer

Notaries in RON transactions use digital certificate-based signatures that include tamper-evident technology, ensuring the document has not been altered after signing and the signature can be verified.

Question 5

What is the role of a RON technology platform provider?

Accepted Answer

To provide the secure audio-video technology, identity verification tools, and electronic document management system

Answer

RON platform providers supply the technology infrastructure including secure video conferencing, identity proofing tools, electronic signature capabilities, and tamper-evident document storage.

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NNA Remote Online Notarization & Digital Practices