Section 10: Making Copies of an Electronic Record
Upon request, an Online Notary Public must make electronic copies, or provide printouts of a record in their electronic journal, and provide access to any related AV recordings. Notarized copies may not be made of vital records. Requests for copies can be made by:
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The Principal(s) who signed the document.
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A qualified custodian of an electronic will.
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The title agent, settlement agent, or title insurer with regards to a real estate transaction.
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The Online Notary Public’s RON Service Provider.
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Any person who is asked to accept a power of attorney that was notarized by the Online Notary Public.
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The Department of State where the Online Notary Public is registered.
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Any others, pursuant to a subpoena, court order, law enforcement investigation, or any lawful inspection.
The Online Notary Public may not charge a fee for making a copy if the requestor is any of the following:
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A party to the electronic records.
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In a real estate transaction, the title agent, settlement agent, or title insurer who insured the electronic record or engaged the notary public with regard to such transaction.
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The Department of State pursuant to an investigation relating to the official misconduct of an Online Notary public.
For any other requestors, a fee not to exceed $20 may be charged for each transaction record. The fee must be disclosed to the requestor prior to making the copies.
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