Not long ago, I was contacted by a woman in OH, who was trying to have her husbands signature (who was in Iraq) notarized.  One thing everyone must know about eNotarizations, at least in the state of Florida (& I would imagine most states) is the the same rules of notaries applies with eNotarizations as regular notarizations on paper.  You must appear in person, if required (Jurat) sign & receive an oath in person, and everything else, in person, the only difference is, the DOCUMENT.  The document is in electronic form, not printed on paper.  And you sign it electronically, in whatever method your state permits.  While it may be unlikely, if you are on camera, there is the possibility your are being forced or coerced into signing.  And being in person, I as a notary have a better potential to see any potential coercion and refuse notarization. It is my responsibility as a notary to protect the integrity of the given transaction.  While the mortgage industry is leading the way for uses of eNotarizations, there can be many other great uses as well.  Please get the word out about this technology so that people understand it limitations but great possibilities.  Just like any new technology, learn about it!  Have a great day everyone!

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