South Dakota Remote Online Notarization Training

Choose a module to review South Dakota-specific statutes, workflows, and terminology for delivering compliant remote online notarizations.

State-specific rules and workflows

Modules 1-12 focus on South Dakota statutes, technology requirements, pricing rules, certificates, and recordkeeping obligations.

1

Introduction to Remote Online Notarization (RON) in South Dakota

≈ 10 min

Understand the definition of Remote Online Notarization, its legal basis in South Dakota (SB 211), and how it differs from traditional notarization.

2

Becoming an Electronic Notary for RON in South Dakota

≈ 15 min

Learn the prerequisites and official process to become an authorized electronic notary in South Dakota, including selecting a technology provider and notifying the Secretary of State.

3

Technology Requirements for Remote Online Notarization

≈ 15 min

Explore the required technology components for RON in South Dakota, including audio-visual communication platforms, tamper-evident systems, and recording capabilities.

4

Identifying Signers – Identity Verification for Remote Notarization

≈ 20 min

Understand the multi-factor identity verification requirements for RON in South Dakota, including credential analysis, KBA, and personal knowledge.

5

Conducting a Remote Online Notarization – Procedure & Electronic Certificates

≈ 25 min

Step-by-step guide to conducting a RON session, from preparation to completing the electronic certificate and handling tangible copies.

6

Duties, Recordkeeping, and Best Practices for South Dakota Remote Notaries

≈ 20 min

Understand the ethical duties, recordkeeping requirements (including 10-year recording retention), and best practices for maintaining a journal and ensuring security.

7

Compliance Architecture for South Dakota RON Statutes

≈ 20 min

Examine the legal framework governing RON in South Dakota, including key statutes, rulemaking authority, and the validity of notarial acts.

8

Technology Stack & Authorization Pathways (South Dakota Secretary of State Systems)

≈ 20 min

Understand the technology stack for RON and the authorization pathways, including interacting with Secretary of State systems and databases.

9

Identity Proofing & Credential Assurance in South Dakota

≈ 20 min

Dive deeper into identity proofing standards, credential analysis, and ensuring high assurance levels for signer identification in RON.

10

Digital Seals, Signatures, and Lifecycle Security

≈ 20 min

Manage the lifecycle of your digital notary tools: obtaining and securing your electronic seal and signature, and handling commission updates.

11

Recordkeeping, Journals, and Privacy Protections

≈ 20 min

Master the art of recordkeeping for RON, focusing on journal best practices, privacy laws, and managing audio-visual recordings.

12

Operational Readiness, Support, and Regulatory Coordination

≈ 15 min

Finalize your RON setup with an operational readiness checklist, learn where to find support, and understand how to coordinate with regulators.

NotaryCentral how-to guides

Modules 13-14 show how to execute a RON from start to finish inside NotaryCentral without changing any existing links.

13

Simulated RON Session

≈ 10 min

Use NotaryCentral to run a start-to-finish remote online notarization, from system prep to final document release.

14

Live RON Session

≈ 10 min

Use NotaryCentral to run a start-to-finish remote online notarization, from system prep to final document release.