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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
A. An applicant shall submit a registration form established by the Secretary for registering and being commissioned as an electronic notary public, which shall include:
1. The applicant's full legal and official notary names;
2. A general description of the technology or technologies the registrant will use to create an electronic signature in performing official acts;
3. Certification of compliance to the Secretary of the Commonwealth with electronic notary standards developed in accordance with § 47.1-6.1; and
4. The electronic mail address of the registrant.
B. The registration form shall (i) be signed by the applicant using the electronic signature described in the form; (ii) include any decrypting instructions, codes, keys, or software that allow the registration to be read; and (iii) be transmitted electronically to the Secretary.
C. Nothing herein shall be construed to prevent an electronic notary from using updated technology or technologies during the term of the commission; however, the electronic notary shall notify the Secretary electronically within 90 days of installation or use of such updated technology or technologies and provide a brief description thereof.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Virginia Code Title 47.1. Notaries and Out-Of-State Commissioners § 47.1-7. Additional requirements for performing electronic notarial acts - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/va/title-47-1-notaries-and-out-of-state-commissioners/va-code-sect-47-1-7/
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