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April 2, 2020 - In effect through June 30, 2020, at which time the Online Notary Public Act becomes operative by its own terms. These emergency regulations will be replaced with codified regulations.
The Nebraska Secretary of State has adopted emergency rules effective April 2, 2020 to immediately implement Nebraska’s Online Notary Public Act, Neb. Rev. Stat. §§64-401 through 64-418. The emergency rules temporarily lift some requirements of law (for example, under the rule an Online Notary Public applicant need not take an approved course as a condition of registration, but still must take the course within 30 days of being notified by the Secretary of State that the course is available).
Read more: Nebraska: Emergency Rule, Early Implementation of Online Notary Public Act
Electronic notarization is gaining traction across the country, and Missouri is no exception. If you're a Missouri notary, there’s an opportunity to expand your services using electronic tools—while still meeting your clients in person.
Read more: Understanding Electronic Notarization in Missouri
Imagine showing up to an appointment only to realize it can't be completed due to a preventable issue. Frustrating, right? Our guide will help you avoid these common pitfalls by providing essential questions to ask your clients.
Read more: Questions for Notaries to Ask Before Scheduling an Appointment With a Client
To fight the spread of coronavirus, Notaries in many states are temporarily authorized to perform notarial acts using audio-visual technology instead of requiring the physical presence of the principal signer.
For Notaries whose states have not temporarily waived or suspended the physical presence requirement, American Society of Notaries offers these social distancing procedures for consideration.
Read more: COVID-19 Notarization Procedures - Social Distancing With Physically Present Principals
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