Oklahoma Remote Online Notarization (RON) Laws
RON EnactedEffective January 1, 2020 · Last verified September 2026
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Quick Facts
- Status
- RON Enacted
- Year Enacted
- 2019
- Statute
- Okla. Stat. tit. 49, §§ 201–214 (Remote Online Notary Act)
- Bill Number
- SB 915 (Laws 2019, c. 338)
Oklahoma RON Law Overview
Oklahoma authorized remote online notarization in 2019 by SB 915 (Laws 2019, c. 338), codified at Okla. Stat. tit. 49, §§ 201–214 (Remote Online Notary Act), effective January 1, 2020. A Oklahoma online notarization is performed by a notary commissioned in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
Enacted by SB 915 (Laws 2019, c. 338). Signer location: In Oklahoma, elsewhere in the US, or outside the US if the record relates to a US matter, US property or a transaction substantially connected to the US and the notary has no actual knowledge the act is prohibited there (49 O.S. § 205). The notary must be physically located in the state during the act.
Oklahoma RON Requirements
Oklahoma'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
Interstate Recognition
Oklahoma recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Okla. Stat. tit. 49, § 115).
Online Notary Availability in Oklahoma
Notaron is available 24/7 across Oklahoma. See location-specific guides for major Oklahoma cities:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is remote online notarization legal in Oklahoma?
Yes, Oklahoma has enacted permanent RON legislation in 2019 under Okla. Stat. tit. 49, §§ 201–214 (Remote Online Notary Act). Remote online notarization is fully legal and authorized for Oklahoma-commissioned notaries who meet the state's RON requirements.
What are the identity verification requirements for RON in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma requires credential analysis of a government-issued photo ID for all remote online notarizations.
Do I need a special endorsement to perform RON in Oklahoma?
Yes, Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma accept out-of-state RON?
Oklahoma recognizes a notarial act performed under the law of another state (Okla. Stat. tit. 49, § 115).