COVID-19: The deed can now be done, electronically!
The High Level
What are the changes? Documents (including
deeds) can now be signed and witnessed electronically.
Who do they apply to? Individuals and
companies.
When do they apply? Now, until 31 December
2020.
Background
On 15 May 2020, Queensland passed new temporary regulations that
modify the requirements for the making and use of documents during
the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in relation to witnessing and
signing requirements in Queensland. The Justice Legislation
(COVID-19 Emergency Response – Wills and Enduring Documents)
Regulation 2020 (Qld) was borne out of the Queensland
Government's COVID-19 Emergency Response Bill 2020
(Qld), which seeks to ease particular regulatory requirements to
reduce physical contact between people during the pandemic.
