Electronic Document
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk ˈdɒkjʊmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A record or representation of information created, stored, or transmitted in electronic form, recognized as legally valid under various electronic signature and records laws.
The court accepted the electronic document as evidence in the contract dispute.
Forms
- electronic document
- electronic documents
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Commentary
An electronic document must meet jurisdiction-specific legal requirements to have evidentiary or transactional validity, often governed by electronic signature and records statutes.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.