Maine Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws

RON Enacted

Effective July 1, 2023 · Last verified September 2026

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Quick Facts

Status: RON Enacted
Year Enacted: 2022
Statute: 4 M.R.S. § 1915
Bill Number: LD 2023 (HP 1503), P.L. 2021, c. 651

Maine RON Law Overview

Maine authorized remote online notarization in 2022 by LD 2023 (HP 1503), P.L. 2021, c. 651, codified at 4 M.R.S. § 1915, effective July 1, 2023. A Maine online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in Maine who also holds the state's separate remote-notary registration or endorsement. The signer appears on a live audio-video call. The notary must record each act in an electronic journal and keep the session recording for at least 10 years.

Key details for Maine

Enacted by LD 2023 (HP 1503), P.L. 2021, c. 651. Signer location: Anywhere; if outside the U.S., the record must relate to a U.S. court/government matter, U.S. property or a U.S.-connected transaction and the act must not be prohibited by the foreign state (4 M.R.S. § 1915(3)(D)). The notary must be physically located in the state during the act.

Legal Citations

29-250 C.M.R. ch. 700

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Maine RON Requirements

Maine requires RON sessions to be conducted over a live, two-way audio-video connection. 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 10 years.

Audio-video required: Yes
Tamper-evident seal: Required
Electronic journal: Required
Recording retention: 10 years
Credential analysis: Not required
KBA required: No
Commissioned in state: Required
RON endorsement: Required

Interstate Recognition

Maine recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (4 M.R.S. § 1911).

Online Notary Availability in Maine

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

Portland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is remote online notarization legal in Maine?

Yes, Maine has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2022 under 4 M.R.S. § 1915. Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for Maine-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.

What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Maine?

Maine requires identity verification for all remote online notarizations.

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

Yes, Maine 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 Maine?

Maine 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 10 years.

Does Maine accept out-of-state RON?

Maine recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (4 M.R.S. § 1911).