(a) Except as otherwise provided in paragraphs (b) and (e), this chapter applies to electronic records and electronic signatures relating to a transaction.
(b) This chapter does not apply to a transaction to the extent it is governed by:
(1) the Uniform Commercial Code other than section 336.1-306, article 2, and article 2A; and
(2) section 145C.03, subdivision 1, relating to requirements for creation of a health care directive; section 507.24, relating to requirements for recording any conveyance, power of attorney, or other instrument affecting real estate; section 523.23, subdivision 3, relating to requirements for creation of a statutory short form power of attorney; and section 253B.03, subdivision 6b, relating to requirements for creation of a declaration of preferences or instructions regarding intrusive mental health treatment.
(c) This chapter applies to an electronic record or electronic signature otherwise excluded from the application of this chapter under paragraph (b) to the extent it is governed by a law other than those specified in paragraph (b).
(d) A transaction subject to this chapter is also subject to other applicable substantive law.
(e) This chapter does not apply to the creation and execution of wills, codicils, or trusts other than trusts relating to the conduct of business, commercial, or governmental purposes.
2000 c 371 s 3; 2004 c 162 art 3 s 8
Structure Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 324 - 341 — Trade Regulations, Consumer Protection
Chapter 325L — Uniform Electronic Transactions Act
Section 325L.01 — Short Title.
Section 325L.02 — Definitions.
Section 325L.04 — Prospective Application.
Section 325L.05 — Use Of Electronic Records And Electronic Signatures; Variation By Agreement.
Section 325L.06 — Construction And Application.
Section 325L.08 — Provision Of Information In Writing; Presentation Of Records.
Section 325L.09 — Attribution And Effect Of Electronic Record And Electronic Signature.
Section 325L.10 — Effect Of Change Or Error.
Section 325L.11 — Notarization And Acknowledgment.
Section 325L.12 — Retention Of Electronic Records; Originals.
Section 325L.13 — Admissibility In Evidence.
Section 325L.14 — Automated Transactions.
Section 325L.15 — Time And Place Of Sending And Receipt.
Section 325L.16 — Transferable Record.
Section 325L.18 — Acceptance And Distribution Of Electronic Records By Governmental Agencies.