Where can remote individuals be located for electronic notarizations?

The option stating that remote individuals can be located in Illinois or outside the USA with jurisdictional connections is based on the specific legal parameters established for electronic notarizations in Illinois. This provision allows for flexibility in the location of the signer, as long as there is a verified connection to the jurisdiction where the notary is commissioned.

This means that individuals can participate in electronic notarizations even if they are physically located outside the USA, provided they have a meaningful connection to Illinois—such as being an Illinois resident or having business interests that fall under Illinois jurisdiction. The key aspect is the importance of jurisdiction, ensuring that there are grounds for the notary to provide services to the signer who may be remote.

The other choices do not consider the necessary jurisdictional connections, which are crucial for the legality and integrity of notarization processes. The ability for remote notarization is designed to accommodate a global audience while still adhering to the state’s regulations, making the selected answer comprehensive and in line with the law governing notarial acts in Illinois.