E-Sign Act
/ˈiːˈsaɪn ˌækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal law establishing the validity of electronic signatures and records in commerce, facilitating electronic transactions.
The E-Sign Act allows contracts signed electronically to be legally binding.
Forms
- e-sign act
- e-sign acts
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Commentary
The E-Sign Act overrides state laws that refuse to recognize electronic signatures, ensuring consistency in electronic commerce across states.
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