Everything you need to know about electronic signature requirements, remote notarization, and digital document compliance in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts adopted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) in 2004. This means electronic signatures have the same legal validity as handwritten signatures for most business and personal transactions in the state.
Electronic signatures are legally binding for contracts, agreements, and other documents in MA.
Massachusetts permits remote online notarization, allowing notaries to verify identities and notarize documents via secure video conference.
RON has been available since 2023.
Massachusetts authorized permanent RON in 2023 after temporary COVID provisions. The Secretary of the Commonwealth oversees notary commissioning.
Massachusetts supports e-signatures for real estate. Registry of Deeds offices accept electronic documents.
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 110G governs electronic transactions.
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Electronic transactions law
RON authorization
While most documents can be signed electronically in Massachusetts, certain documents still require traditional wet signatures:
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