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Electronic Signatures

D.V.I. Rule 5.3

Any document may be executed via an electronic signature in lieu of a handwritten signature. An electronic signature shall have the same force and effect as a manual signature when executed in compliance with this rule. For purposes of this rule, an “electronic signature” is one that is executed using a program or online service that provides secure signature verification.
Official source: https://www.vid.uscourts.gov/sites/vid/files/local_rules/DVI%20Local%20Civil%20Revised%20R · retrieved 2026-07-23