Are electronic notarizations governed by Georgia law?

• A. Only electronic, not remote.
• B. Georgia permits electronic notarizations and remote notarizations under statutory rules.
• C. No; Georgia does not permit electronic notarizations.
• D. Only remote, not electronic.

Answer: (B)

Georgia has enacted statutes that authorize both electronic notarizations and remote online notarizations. This means notaries in Georgia can perform notarizations on electronic documents using electronic signatures and seals, as well as notarizations conducted remotely via audiovisual technology, all under the state's statutory framework. In both cases, identity verification must be reliable, appropriate electronic records and retention must be maintained, and the notary must follow the prescribed procedures and use approved platforms. So, electronic notarizations and remote notarizations are indeed governed by Georgia law.