During a Remote Online Notarization (RON), a notary public uses technology such as video conferencing and electronic signature platforms to oversee the signing of documents and verify the identity of the signer. This process typically involves the following steps:

• Identity Verification: The signer must provide identification documents to the notary to verify their identity. This is usually done by comparing a government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license or passport) to the signer's appearance on the video call.

• Video Conference: The notary and signer communicate through a secure video conferencing platform. The notary will observe the signer as they sign the document electronically.

• Document Signing: The signer uses an electronic signature platform to sign the document. This platform often captures the signer's signature and other relevant information electronically.

• Notary's Role: The notary verifies the authenticity of the document, witnesses the signing, and confirms the signer's understanding of the document's contents and implications.

• Electronic Seal and Signature: The notary applies their electronic signature and seal to the document, indicating that the notarization has taken place. These digital seals and signatures are unique to each notary and offer a level of security and authenticity.

• Record Keeping: The notary maintains a record of the notarization process, including the video recording of the interaction, the identification documents presented, and the final notarized document.