Everything you need to know about electronic signature requirements, remote notarization, and digital document compliance in Tennessee.
Tennessee adopted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) in 2001. This means electronic signatures have the same legal validity as handwritten signatures for most business and personal transactions in the state.
Electronic signatures are legally binding for contracts, agreements, and other documents in TN.
Tennessee permits remote online notarization, allowing notaries to verify identities and notarize documents via secure video conference.
RON has been available since 2019.
Tennessee authorized RON in 2019. The Secretary of State oversees notary registration.
Tennessee supports e-signatures for real estate. County registers accept electronic documents.
Tennessee Code Title 47, Chapter 10 governs electronic transactions.
Healthcare e-signatures widely accepted in Tennessee medical facilities.
Electronic transactions law
RON authorization
While most documents can be signed electronically in Tennessee, certain documents still require traditional wet signatures:
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