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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.

Yes, a digital signature will be valid provided it meets the legal requirements. However, digital signatures are not available for all types of contracts. If you need assistance, you should consult a lawyer for further advice.

Ing to section 31, the ECA does not govern certain categories of documents, including negotiable instruments, to which promissory notes belong. However, since the ECA is silent with respect to promissory notes, it neither permits nor prohibits them from being signed electronically.

The short answer is yes, electronic signatures are legal. But what this question is really getting at is whether an e-signature can create a binding and enforceable contract. And, again, the short answer is yes.

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.

The Promissory Note Nothing in E-Sign or UETA prohibit use of an e-signature on a promissory note. However, because paper promissory notes are ?negotiable instruments? under the UCC, having ?possession? of the ?original? signed note is legally significant.

Upload your document into the electronic signature application, such as our eSignature application. Drag in the signature, text and date fields where the recipient needs to take action. Click send. The electronic signature application will email a link to the recipient so they can access the document and sign.