What is required to be included in the electronic notarial certificate by an electronic notary public?

In the context of electronic notarization, the requirement to include a notation of audio-video communication in the electronic notarial certificate is essential. Electronic notarization often involves the use of technology to facilitate remote notarizations, which typically require the notary and the signer to engage in real-time audio-video communication. This notation serves as evidence that both parties were present during the notarization process and solidifies the integrity of the notarization by confirming that it was conducted in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Including such a notation helps maintain transparency and trust in the notarial acts performed electronically. It ensures that there is a clear record that the electronic notary adhered to the required procedures, which is crucial for upholding the validity of the notarization should any disputes arise later.

The other aspects such as a notation of the electronic seal, the time of notarization, or the location of the notary, while important in traditional notarizations, are not as critical in establishing the legitimacy of the electronic process as the audio-video communication is in this context.