Notice of Emergency Adoption of Notary Rules: New Rule 5 Concerning Remote Notarization

Notice of Emergency Adoption of Notary Rules: New Rule 5 Concerning Remote Notarization

On March 10, 2020, the Colorado Governor declared a disaster emergency due to the COVID-19 contagion. And on March 28, 2020, the Colorado Governor issued Executive Order D 2020 019, suspending the requirement for personal appearance before a notary officer as set forth in Section 24-21-506, C.R.S. Today, Secretary Griswold adopted emergency rules setting forth procedures and requirements for remote notarization in Colorado during this state of emergency. These rules address implementation of the remote notarization process while including protections against identity theft and fraud.  

For the Notice of Temporary Adoption for the Colorado Notary Program Rules (8 CCR 1505-11), please click here. The notice includes the adopted rules, a statement of basis, and statement of justification. For an unofficial copy of the notary rules as adopted and effective 3/30/2020, please click here.

If you have any questions concerning these rules please email notary@sos.state.co.us or sos.rulemaking@sos.state.co.us.