Arkansas Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws

RON Enacted

Effective April 29, 2021 · Last verified September 2026

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Quick Facts

Status: RON Enacted
Year Enacted: 2021
Statute: Ark. Code Ann. § 21-14-309 (within the Electronic Notary Public Act, §§ 21-14-301 to -314)
Bill Number: SB 340 (Act 1047 of 2021)

Arkansas RON Law Overview

Arkansas authorized remote online notarization in 2021 by SB 340 (Act 1047 of 2021), codified at Ark. Code Ann. § 21-14-309 (within the Electronic Notary Public Act, §§ 21-14-301 to -314), effective April 29, 2021. A Arkansas online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in Arkansas who also holds the state's separate remote-notary registration or endorsement. The signer appears on a live audio-video call and is identified by automated analysis of a government-issued photo ID. The notary must record each act in an electronic journal and keep the session recording for at least 5 years.

Key details for Arkansas

Enacted by SB 340 (Act 1047 of 2021). Signer location: Anywhere; if outside the United States, the record must relate to a U.S. court/government matter or U.S. property/transaction and signing must not be prohibited by the foreign state. The notary must be physically located in the state during the act.

Legal Citations

Statute

Ark. Code Ann. § 21-14-309 (within the Electronic Notary Public Act, §§ 21-14-301 to -314)

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Arkansas RON Requirements

Arkansas requires RON sessions to be conducted over a live, two-way audio-video connection. Credential analysis of a government-issued photo ID is required to verify the signer's identity. Knowledge-based authentication may be used but is not strictly required. Notaries must maintain an electronic journal of all remote notarizations and apply tamper-evident technology to completed documents. Audio-video recordings of each RON session must be retained for at least 5 years.

Audio-video required: Yes
Tamper-evident seal: Required
Electronic journal: Required
Recording retention: 5 years
Credential analysis: Required
KBA required: No
Commissioned in state: Required
RON endorsement: Required

Interstate Recognition

Arkansas recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Ark. Code Ann. § 16-47-203 (acknowledgments taken outside Arkansas within the U.S. before a notary public)).

Online Notary Availability in Arkansas

Notaron is available 24/7 across Arkansas. See location-specific guides for major Arkansas cities:

Little Rock

Online notary in Little Rock, AR

Fayetteville

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Fort Smith

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is remote online notarization legal in Arkansas?

Yes, Arkansas has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2021 under Ark. Code Ann. § 21-14-309 (within the Electronic Notary Public Act, §§ 21-14-301 to -314). Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for Arkansas-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.

What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Arkansas?

Arkansas requires credential analysis of a government-issued photo ID for all remote online notarizations.

Do I need a special endorsement to perform RON in Arkansas?

Yes, Arkansas requires notaries to obtain a RON endorsement or registration in addition to their standard notary commission before performing remote online notarizations.

What technology is required for RON in Arkansas?

Arkansas requires RON sessions to use real-time two-way audio-video communication. Documents must be sealed with tamper-evident technology. An electronic journal must be maintained for all remote notarizations. Session recordings must be retained for 5 years.

Does Arkansas accept out-of-state RON?

Arkansas recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Ark. Code Ann. § 16-47-203 (acknowledgments taken outside Arkansas within the U.S. before a notary public)).