Nebraska Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws

RON Enacted

Effective July 1, 2020 · Last verified September 2026

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Quick Facts

Status: RON Enacted
Year Enacted: 2019
Statute: Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 64-401 to 64-420 (Online Notary Public Act)
Bill Number: LB 186 (2019)

Nebraska RON Law Overview

Nebraska authorized remote online notarization in 2019 by LB 186 (2019), codified at Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 64-401 to 64-420 (Online Notary Public Act), effective July 1, 2020. A Nebraska online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in Nebraska 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 10 years.

Key details for Nebraska

Enacted by LB 186 (2019). Signer location: Anywhere; the Act applies regardless of whether the principal is in Nebraska (§ 64-411). No statutory outside-US conditions found.

Legal Citations

Statute

Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 64-401 to 64-420 (Online Notary Public Act)

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Regulations

Neb. Admin. Code tit. 433, ch. 8 (Online Notaries Public)

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Nebraska RON Requirements

Nebraska's RON requirements mandate a live audio-video session for every remote notarization. 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. The state requires notaries to maintain secure electronic journals and apply tamper-evident technology to ensure document integrity after signing. 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: Required
KBA required: No
Commissioned in state: Required
RON endorsement: Required

Document Restrictions

Nebraska restricts certain document types from RON:

wills and trusts

Nebraska's Online Notary Public Act excludes wills, codicils and testamentary trusts, and Uniform Commercial Code records other than Articles 2 and 2A (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 64-418).

Interstate Recognition

Nebraska recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-219 (instruments acknowledged in another state before a notary public); § 64-202 (Uniform Recognition of Acknowledgments Act) not fully verified).

Online Notary Availability in Nebraska

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

Omaha

Online notary in Omaha, NE

Lincoln

Online notary in Lincoln, NE

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is remote online notarization legal in Nebraska?

Yes, Nebraska has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2019 under Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 64-401 to 64-420 (Online Notary Public Act). Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for Nebraska-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.

What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Nebraska?

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

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

Yes, Nebraska 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 Nebraska?

Nebraska 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 Nebraska accept out-of-state RON?

Are there document restrictions for RON in Nebraska?

Yes, Nebraska restricts certain document types from being notarized via RON. Nebraska's Online Notary Public Act excludes wills, codicils and testamentary trusts, and Uniform Commercial Code records other than Articles 2 and 2A (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 64-418). Check with local recording offices for the most current list of accepted document types.