An IPEN or platform provider shall do the following upon the termination of its relationship with a notary public:

1. (1) within 45 days, transfer the notary's electronic journal to a custodian; and

2. (2) delete the electronic journal entries and journal after transfer to a custodian unless retention is permitted pursuant to law or the rules in this Subchapter.

   Note: For purposes of this rule, termination of relationship means:

3. (1) termination of a contract between the provider and a notary or the notary's employer; or
4. (2) restriction, suspension, or termination of the provider's authorization by the Department or a court of general jurisdiction.

History Note: Authority G.S. 10B-4; 10B-106; 10B-125(b); 10B-126; 10B-134.15; 10B-134.17; 10B-134.19; 10B-134.21; 10B-134.23;
Eff. July 1, 2025.