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Electronic & Remote Online Notarization (RON)

Before performing any electronic notarial acts, a commissioned New York notary public must first:

A

Register the capability to notarize electronically with the Secretary of State

B

File a paper bond with the county clerk

C

Obtain approval from a local court

D

Pass a separate written exam on real property law

Correct Answer

A. Register the capability to notarize electronically with the Secretary of State

Detailed Explanation

Before performing any electronic notarial act, the commissioned notary must register the capability to notarize electronically with the Secretary of State. That requirement appears in Executive Law §135-c and 19 NYCRR §§182.4 and 182.10; no separate court approval, bond filing, or real-property exam is required.

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