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Cross-Media Electronic Reporting Rule

Lesson 5: Defining "Valid Electronic Signatures"

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So what makes a valid electronic signature?

A valid electronic signature on an electronic document is one that is created with an electronic signature device that is:

  • Uniquely entitled to a signatory
  • Not compromised
  • Used by a signatory who is authorized to sign the electronic document

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