Is NotaryCam’s online notarization legal?

On July 1, 2012, the Commonwealth of Virginia signed into effect bills SB 827 and HB 2318.  This groundbreaking legislation authorizes Virginia Notaries to legally notarize any signature within any state with Video-Audio technology. Read the complete legislation here

Is it Secure?

Yes, NotaryCam.com uses secure, 3rd Party Verification for identity and records both the Video-Audio portion of the ceremony which is kept securely in an online depository for future references.

What is the difference between a traditional notarized document and a online notarized document?

The only differences between the two are the tools that are involved.  All notarial acts remain the same except the introduction of electronic signature, electronic notary stamps, and Video-Audio technology.  Personal appearance, positive identification, and required notarial acts are still utilized with online notarization.

VA – Legislation – HB 2318 Electronic notary; notary to notarize document if signer is not present if identity is established.

Electronic notaries. Allows, in the case of an electronic notarization, a notary to notarize a document when the signer is not in the notary’s presence if satisfactory evidence of the identity is established. Furthermore, the bill allows satisfactory evidence to be based on video or audio conference technology that permits the notary to communicate with and identify the principal at the time of the notarial act. This bill is identical to SB 827.  (Read More)

National Association of Secretaries of State eNotary Affirmation:

The National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) affirms the role of the Secretary of State or other state notary commissioning entity as the sole authority to establish standards enabling electronic notarizations that will protect signature credibility, avoid identity fraud and provide accountability to the public in order to promote secure electronic commerce.

Additional Electronic Signature Legislation:

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What will I need?

Internet Connection, Webcam, valid US address/Social Security or Passport for Identification (Mobile applications coming soon!)

PRICING $79.00 per signature, this includes our premium after hours and weekend service, if you have multiple signatures a notary will have special bulk pricing.