The Riverside California Digital Signature Ordinance, also known as Signaturverordnung or Sign, is a legislation that aims to regulate and govern digital signatures within the city of Riverside, California. Digital signatures are electronic representations of a person's identity used to authenticate and verify electronic documents and transactions. The Riverside California Digital Signature Ordinance sets the legal framework for the use of digital signatures, ensuring their validity and enforceability in various contexts. The ordinance encompasses several key aspects related to digital signatures, including the requirements for creating a legally binding digital signature, the methods for verifying the integrity of digital signatures, and the recognition of digital signatures in the legal system. Under the Riverside California Digital Signature Ordinance, there are several types of digital signatures recognized: 1. Basic Electronic Signature: This is the most common type of digital signature, where a person electronically signs a document using their name, initials, or a unique identifier. It is generally accepted as a valid form of signature in most routine transactions. 2. Advanced Electronic Signature: This type of digital signature goes beyond a basic signature by using additional security measures to ensure authenticity and integrity. It may involve the use of cryptographic techniques, such as public key infrastructure (PKI), to provide a higher level of trust and security. 3. Qualified Electronic Signature: Considered the most secure and legally binding type of digital signature, a qualified electronic signature meets specific technical and legal requirements set forth by the Riverside California Digital Signature Ordinance. It typically requires the use of a qualified digital certificate issued by a trusted certification authority. The Riverside California Digital Signature Ordinance — Signaturverordnun— - SigV promotes the adoption of digital signatures as a secure and efficient method for conducting electronic transactions within the city. By establishing legal guidelines and recognition for different types of digital signatures, this ordinance aims to enhance the trustworthiness and legal validity of electronic documents and transactions in Riverside, California.