Electronic execution of documents

If otherwise validly executed, the following documents may be executed in accordance with chapter 53-12 : (1) The governing instrument of an express trust, or other document, other than a will or codicil as defined in title 29A; (2) The resignation, removal, appointment, or acceptance of appointment of any trustee, any advisor or protector, or of any designated representation addressed in title 55; (3) A consent, release, ratification, or indemnification addressed in title 55; and (4) Any other document addressed by title 55 to the extent it is not excluded from the scope of chapter 53-12 . Notwithstanding any provision of chapter 53-12 to the contrary, the documents under this section are deemed to be a transaction, as defined in § 53-12-1 , and are within the scope of chapter 53-12 . Source: SL 2023, ch 161, § 5; SL 2026, ch 197, § 2, eff. Jul. 1, 2027.