Are electronic records and signatures created by Signatureware software products admissible in court?
Yes, pursuant to NRS 719.240 and NRS 719.300, the Nevada Legislature has legally recognized the enforceability and admissibility of electronic records and signatures. Reference: [NRS 719.240 / 719.300] NRS 719.240 Legal recognition of electronic records, electronic signatures and electronic contracts. “1. A record or signature may not be denied legal effect or enforceability solely because it is in electronic form. 2. A contract may not be denied legal effect or enforceability solely because an electronic record was used in its formation. 3. If a law requires a record to be in writing, an electronic record satisfies the law. 4. If a law requires a signature, an electronic signature satisfies the law.” NRS 719.300 Admissibility in evidence.
