Is it legal to sign an official document with a blue Sharpie marker?

Answer 1

Yes, it is generally legal to sign an official document with a blue Sharpie marker as long as the signature is clearly visible and the document does not have specific requirements for ink color. However, it is recommended to use a black or blue pen for official documents to ensure the signature is easily readable and to avoid any potential issues with the document's authenticity. It's always best to follow any specific guidelines or requirements provided with the document to ensure it is legally binding.

Answer 2

Although a contract, and most legal documents, signed in red ink may be legal it is always better to sign any legal document in black ink. Many legal documents that affect real property must be recorded in the land records. Most state recording laws require that documents that are to be recorded in the land records must be executed in black ink since they must be scanned into the public records and black ink scans the best. A will should also be executed in black ink so that the signatures copy well for the public record although a will signed in red would not be disqualified.

Some entities are now requiring signatures in blue ink in order to differentiate the original from a copy. You should check with the entity that is requiring the signature since rules, laws and policies vary.

Answer 3

• Generally it does not make a difference, but, there are circumstances such as a lawyers office (where I have worked) that they prefer black ink or, if you start off with blue or black you finish in the same color of ink. Here is an example: How to File for a Fee Waiver: Follow the instructions attached to each form to fill it out. You will need to type or print neatly in black ink. Do not print on the back or sides of the forms, print only in the blanks provided.
• Copiers today are so good that it is often difficult to tell the copy from the original document. When clients sign in blue ink, it is easier to quickly identify which is the original.
• Many legal documents that affect real property must be recorded in the land records. Many state recording laws require that documents that are to be recorded in the land records must be executed in black ink since they must be scanned into the public records and black ink scans the best. A will should also be executed in black ink so that the signatures copy well for the public record although a will signed in red would not be disqualified.
• Some entities are now requiring signatures in blue ink in order to differentiate the original from a copy. You should check with the entity that is requiring the signature since rules, laws and policies vary.

Answer 4

While I would not recommend this, I know of no law which would forbid it.

Answer 5

Black is the best choice especially if the documents will need to be scanned and added to the public records. Some entities require black.

Answer 6

sure