Indiana Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws
RON EnactedEffective March 31, 2020 · Last verified September 2026
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Quick Facts
- Status
- RON Enacted
- Year Enacted
- 2018
- Statute
- Ind. Code ch. 33-42-17 (Remote Notarial Acts)
- Bill Number
- P.L. 59-2018 (enrolled act number not confirmed)
Indiana RON Law Overview
Indiana authorized remote online notarization in 2018 by P.L. 59-2018 (enrolled act number not confirmed), codified at Ind. Code ch. 33-42-17 (Remote Notarial Acts), effective March 31, 2020. A Indiana online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in Indiana 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 and knowledge-based authentication questions. The notary must record each act in an electronic journal.
Key details for Indiana
Enacted by P.L. 59-2018 (enrolled act number not confirmed). Signer location: In Indiana, elsewhere in the U.S., or outside the U.S. if the act is not prohibited where the principal is and the record relates to a U.S. court/government matter, U.S. property or a U.S.-connected transaction (IC 33-42-17-3). The notary must be physically located in the state during the act.
Legal Citations
Indiana RON Requirements
Indiana 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. The signer must successfully complete knowledge-based authentication (KBA), answering personal questions generated from public records and credit data to confirm their identity. Notaries must maintain an electronic journal of all remote notarizations and apply tamper-evident technology to completed documents. Recording retention requirements apply as specified by regulation.
- Audio-video required
- Yes
- Tamper-evident seal
- Required
- Electronic journal
- Required
- Recording retention
- Per regulation
- Credential analysis
- Required
- KBA required
- Yes
- Commissioned in state
- Required
- RON endorsement
- Required
Interstate Recognition
Indiana recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Ind. Code 33-42-9-8).
Online Notary Availability in Indiana
Notaron is available 24/7 across Indiana. See location-specific guides for major Indiana cities:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is remote online notarization legal in Indiana?
Yes, Indiana has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2018 under Ind. Code ch. 33-42-17 (Remote Notarial Acts). Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for Indiana-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.
What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Indiana?
Indiana requires credential analysis of a government-issued photo ID and knowledge-based authentication (KBA) for all remote online notarizations. The signer must correctly answer personal questions generated from authoritative data sources.
Do I need a special endorsement to perform RON in Indiana?
Yes, Indiana 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 Indiana?
Indiana 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.
Does Indiana accept out-of-state RON?
Indiana recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Ind. Code 33-42-9-8).