What Is an "Electronic Signature," and Is It Legally Valid

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What is an "electronic signature," and is it legally valid?

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Definitions:

Jurisdiction

The official power to make legal decisions and judgments, often within a defined territory or area of responsibility.

Judge

A designated authority tasked with making judgments in legal disputes within a courtroom.

Jury

A group of citizens assembled to make a decision or find facts in a legal case based on evidence presented.

Civil Dispute

A civil dispute involves a legal disagreement between two or more parties in non-criminal matters, such as disputes over contracts, property, and personal injury.