North Dakota Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws

RON Enacted

Effective August 1, 2019 · Last verified September 2026

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Quick Facts

Status: RON Enacted
Year Enacted: 2019
Statute: N.D. Cent. Code § 44-06.1-13.1
Bill Number: HB 1110 (2019)

North Dakota RON Law Overview

North Dakota authorized remote online notarization in 2019 by HB 1110 (2019), codified at N.D. Cent. Code § 44-06.1-13.1, effective August 1, 2019. A North Dakota online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in North Dakota 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 North Dakota

Enacted by HB 1110 (2019). Signer location: Anywhere; outside the US only if the record relates to a US matter, US property or a transaction substantially connected with the US and the act is not prohibited by the foreign state. The notary must be physically located in the state during the act.

Legal Citations

Statute

N.D. Cent. Code § 44-06.1-13.1

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North Dakota RON Requirements

North Dakota's RON requirements mandate a live audio-video session for every remote notarization. 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: Not required
KBA required: No
Commissioned in state: Required
RON endorsement: Required

Interstate Recognition

North Dakota recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (N.D. Cent. Code § 44-06.1-10).

Online Notary Availability in North Dakota

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is remote online notarization legal in North Dakota?

Yes, North Dakota has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2019 under N.D. Cent. Code § 44-06.1-13.1. Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for North Dakota-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.

What are the identity verification requirements for RON in North Dakota?

North Dakota requires identity verification for all remote online notarizations.

Do I need a special endorsement to perform RON in North Dakota?

Yes, North Dakota 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 North Dakota?

North Dakota 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 North Dakota accept out-of-state RON?

North Dakota recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (N.D. Cent. Code § 44-06.1-10).