Is an electronic signature legal in Bermuda?
The Act recognizes the validity of electronic records and signatures where the signature identifies a person and indicates their intent to adopt the record’s contents, and the method of signing is “as reliable as is appropriate for the purpose” (s. 11).
What types of electronic signature are recognized in Bermuda?
An electronic signature must be uniquely linked to and capable of identifying the signatory, created using means under their sole control, and linked to the information so that any later alteration is revealed (s. 2).
What documents can be signed electronically in Bermuda?
Suitable for ordinary commercial transactions that meet the reliability standard, where no specific statutory form is required.
What documents cannot be signed electronically in Bermuda?
Matters requiring a specific statutory form, notarization, or wet-ink execution need the prescribed method.
What court cases have addressed eSignatures in Bermuda?
None reported.
