- (1) In performing a notarial act, the notary public shall be physically within the geographic borders of the state of Washington.
- (2) A notarial officer who certifies that an event has occurred or an act has been performed shall determine, from personal knowledge or satisfactory evidence, that the occurrence or performance took place.
- (3) Electronic notarial acts shall conform to the requirements listed in these rules and RCW 42.45.040 on signing parties appearing before the notary.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 42.45.250. WSR 18-12-028, § 308-30-110, filed 5/29/18, effective 7/1/18.]