WV Notary Remote Online Notarization

Question 1

What technology must a West Virginia notary use to perform a remote online notarization (RON)?

Accepted Answer

Audio-video communication technology that allows real-time interaction

Answer

West Virginia law requires real-time audio-video communication technology so the notary and signer can interact simultaneously during a RON.

Question 2

Where must a West Virginia notary be physically located when performing a remote online notarization?

Accepted Answer

Within West Virginia

Answer

A WV notary must be physically located within the state of West Virginia at the time of performing a remote online notarization, regardless of where the signer is located.

Question 3

Which identity verification method used in RON requires the signer to answer questions drawn from public and private data about their personal history?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge-based authentication (KBA)

Answer

Knowledge-based authentication (KBA) requires the signer to correctly answer multiple questions about their personal history, such as past addresses or loan details, to verify identity.

Question 4

What type of seal does a West Virginia notary use when completing a remote online notarization?

Accepted Answer

An electronic notarial seal attached to the electronic document

Answer

Remote online notarization uses an electronic notarial seal applied to the electronic document, replacing the physical rubber stamp used in traditional notarization.

Question 5

Under West Virginia law, how long must the audio-video recording of a remote online notarization session be retained?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

West Virginia requires that the audio-video recording of a remote online notarization be retained for a minimum of five years.

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WV Notary Remote Online Notarization