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Starting with UCC Article 3 (Negotiable Instruments), nothing in the UETA prohibits the use of an electronic signature on a promissory note. Because paper promissory notes are ?negotiable instruments? under the UCC, hpwever, having ?possession? of the ?original? signed note is legally significant.

In a nutshell, an eNote is a promissory note put into an electronic record format with certain safeguards for the control and transferability of the note. This is different than just signing a paper note either by means of an electronic signature or via a PDF or scanned signature.

Yes. Loans closed through the remote online notarization process can include either wet-ink signed promissory Notes (i.e. non-eMortgages) or electronically signed Notes (i.e. eMortgages). Sellers can deliver loans with electronically signed Notes, only if they are approved to deliver eMortgages.

Promissory notes are one example of the many routine legal documents that can be signed using eSignature.

As outlined by the National Telecommunications Information Administration (NTIA), electronic signatures are not legally valid when signing: Wills and testamentary trusts. State statutes governing divorce, adoption or other family law. Court orders or official court documents.

Promissory notes are one example of the many routine legal documents that can be signed using eSignature.

We conclude that there is no prohibition against electronically signing promissory notes. However, given the absence of express support in law, we recommend promissory notes be signed in ?wet ink? to minimize any potential risk regarding their validity and enforceability.