Electronic and Remote Online Notarization Flashcards

What is the primary purpose of requiring tamper-evident technology in Washington State electronic notarizations?

Answer: To ensure any alteration made to a document after notarization is detectable

Tamper-evident technology ensures that any modification to an electronically notarized document after the notarization is performed will be detectable, protecting the integrity of the act.

A Washington notary's electronic seal must contain which of the following information?

Answer: The notary's name, commission number, and commission expiration date

An electronic notary seal must include the notary's name, commission number, and commission expiration date, mirroring the required elements of a physical seal.

What must a Washington notary do with their electronic credentials (seal and signature) when their notary commission expires?

Answer: Immediately cease using them upon commission expiration

Upon expiration of a Washington notary commission, the notary must immediately stop using their electronic seal and signature, as authority to notarize ceases with the commission.

Which Washington Revised Code (RCW) chapter primarily governs notarial acts, including electronic and remote online notarizations?

Answer: RCW 42.45

RCW 42.45 is the primary statute governing notarial acts in Washington State, including provisions for electronic and remote online notarization.

What is a key requirement for the audio-visual recording of a remote online notarization session in Washington?

Answer: It must capture the entire notarization process and be retained for at least 10 years

Washington requires the audio-visual recording to capture the entire RON session and be retained by the notary for a minimum of 10 years.

Under Washington State law, may a notary charge fees for performing remote online notarizations?

Answer: Yes, Washington notaries may charge for RON acts, and may also charge fees associated with RON technology

Washington permits notaries to charge fees for remote online notarial acts and may also pass through fees associated with the RON technology platform.

Which of the following best describes a Washington notary's responsibility when selecting a technology vendor for remote online notarization?

Answer: The notary must use a platform approved or compliant with Washington Secretary of State standards

A Washington notary is responsible for using a technology platform that meets the standards established by the Washington Secretary of State for remote online notarization.