N.J.S.A. 12A:12-9 — Attribution, effect of electronic records, signatures

12A:12-9. Attribution, effect of electronic records, signatures 9. a. An electronic record or electronic signature is attributable to a person if it was the act of the person. The act of the person may be shown in any manner, including a showing of the efficacy of any security procedure applied to determine the person to which the electronic record or electronic signature was attributable. b. The effect of an electronic record or electronic signature attributed to a person under subsection a. of this section is determined from the context and surrounding circumstances at the time of its creation, execution or adoption, including the parties' agreement, if any, and as otherwise provided by law. L.2001, c.116, s.9.

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