California AB1977 regulates online notarizations, requiring notaries to use approved systems and maintain records securely.
California AB1977 establishes regulations for online notarizations, requiring notaries to use approved systems and maintain records securely. The Secretary of State must develop procedures for issuing notary seals and guidelines for online notarizations. Notaries must complete a six-hour course and a written exam to perform online notarizations. Online notarization platforms must comply with security standards, including encryption and secure access. Notaries must create audio-video recordings of online notarial acts and retain them for at least 10 years.
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