Everything you need to know about electronic signature requirements, remote notarization, and digital document compliance in New York.
While New York has not adopted UETA directly, electronic signatures are still valid under the federal ESIGN Act, which provides similar protections for electronic transactions.
Federal ESIGN Act ensures e-signature validity. Additional state-specific rules may apply.
New York permits remote online notarization, allowing notaries to verify identities and notarize documents via secure video conference.
RON has been available since 2022.
New York authorized permanent RON in 2022 after temporary COVID-19 provisions. The Electronic Signatures and Records Act (ESRA) governs e-signatures rather than UETA.
New York accepts e-signatures for most real estate documents. NYC and other areas have specific recording requirements. RON is accepted for real estate closings.
New York's ESRA (State Technology Law Article 3) provides legal framework for e-signatures. All standard business contracts support electronic signatures.
Healthcare providers in New York use e-signatures for patient consent, intake forms, and medical records. HIPAA compliance required.
New York's Electronic Signatures and Records Act (not UETA)
Permanent RON authorization
While most documents can be signed electronically in New York, certain documents still require traditional wet signatures:
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