California AB1977 amends laws to regulate online notarizations, including requirements for notaries public, online notarization platforms, and.

California AB1977 amends the Government Code to establish regulations for online notarizations. It mandates that notaries public authorized to perform online notarizations must record each act in both tangible and electronic journals. Online notarization platforms and depositories must register with the Secretary of State, maintain security measures, and ensure notaries public retain control over their electronic signatures and seals. The bill outlines procedures for identity proofing, audio-video recordings, and the retention of notarial records.

California AB1977 amends laws to regulate online notarizations, including requirements for notaries public, online notarization platforms, and.

California AB1977 amends the Government Code to establish regulations for online notarizations. It mandates that notaries public authorized to perform online notarizations must record each act in both tangible and electronic journals. Online notarization platforms and depositories must register with the Secretary of State, maintain security measures, and ensure notaries public retain control over their electronic signatures and seals. The bill outlines procedures for identity proofing, audio-video recordings, and the retention of notarial records.