Georgia allows remote notarization under what condition?

• A. Under no circumstances.
• B. Only for emergency documents.
• C. Only for documents involving real estate.
• D. Under applicable Georgia law and proper procedures.

Answer: (D)

Remote notarization in Georgia is allowed only when it is performed in accordance with Georgia law and proper procedures. This means you must follow the state's specific requirements for remote online notarizations, including using an approved technology platform that provides real-time audio-visual communication, verifying the signer's identity by reliable methods, recording and preserving the session as required, and making the appropriate journal entry. When these conditions are met, a remote notarization can be valid; if they aren’t, remote notarization isn’t permitted. The other options fail because they either imply no allowance at all, limit the permission to emergencies, or restrict it to real estate—none of which align with the requirement to follow applicable Georgia law and proper procedures.