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Requirements for notarizing electronic documents in person
In New York, Notaries can take acknowledgments and proofs, administer oaths and affirmations, and take affidavits and depositions.
They’re also authorized to conduct traditional, in-person electronic notarization and remote online notarization.
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This document outlines the legal framework governing Notary Public practices in New York. It defines the duties of New York Notaries, details the requirements for performing notarial acts and more.
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Nov 222024
New York Senate 2271 provides a much-need needed revision of New York’s interstate recognition of notarial act statutes.
Jul 192024
New York enacts the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act, allowing individuals to execute a transfer on death deed to convey property outside of probate.
Jan 102024
A regulation adopted by the New York Office of Information Services clarifies that Notaries performing notarial acts on electronic records must identify a signer and use an electronic signature that complies with regulations issued by the Department of State.
Jan 12024
Assembly 5772 allows any person to submit an affirmation under penalty of perjury in a civil action in lieu of a notarized affidavit.
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