Michigan Notary Association

Michigan Advances Secure Remote Notarization with the Approval of Biometric Identity Verification Option

Michigan now allows biometric verification as an approved identity-proofing method for remote notarizations on state-approved platforms, alongside knowledge-based authentication. The March 2026 standards require biometric systems to meet NIST-level accuracy, verify ID credentials, and limit failed attempts, while maintaining existing security measures like credential analysis and audit trails. - April 29, 2026