I would KEEP and revise this one. It answers an important question that isn't covered by the other iPen FAQs: whether the customer's particular document is appropriate for electronic notarization.

I would be careful not to imply that every document in a category can automatically be handled through iPen. Electronic-signature acceptance can depend on the document, transaction, receiving party, and applicable law.

What types of documents can be notarized using iPen?

Many documents that require notarization may be eligible for In-Person Electronic Notarization (iPen), provided the document can be electronically signed and the receiving party accepts an electronically signed and notarized document.

Examples may include:

• Powers of Attorney
• Real estate and loan documents
• Affidavits and sworn statements
• Acknowledgments
• Business and corporate documents
• Agreements and authorization forms
• Other documents that support electronic signatures and notarization

With iPen, the signer and Notary are physically together, but the document is signed, notarized, and completed electronically rather than on paper.

Not every document or transaction is appropriate for electronic notarization. Some documents may have special execution requirements, and a receiving party may require an original paper document or wet-ink signatures.

Before scheduling an iPen appointment, confirm with the receiving party that an electronically signed and notarized document will be accepted. If you're unsure whether your document can be completed through iPen, contact B. Elise Notary Services before scheduling.