A notary public may administer a remote oath or affirmation pursuant to G.S. 10B-134.9(d) only if:

(1) the notarial act is requested by a judicial officer or an officer of the court; and

(2) the requesting officer declares to the notary prior to the administration of the remote oath or affirmation that:

(a) the oath or affirmation is one that will be performed in the course of a judicial action or proceeding; and

(b) the oath or affirmation will not involve the notarization of a document.

History Note: Authority G.S. 10B-4; 10B-134.21;

Eff. July 1, 2025.