Can contracts be enforced if they are signed electronically in Texas?

In Texas, contracts can indeed be enforced if they are signed electronically, provided they meet certain requirements outlined by state and federal law. The Texas Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) establishes the legal framework for electronic signatures and records. Under UETA, an electronic signature has the same legal effect and validity as a handwritten signature unless specifically required by law to be in writing.

For an electronic signature to be enforceable, it must be attributable to the person signing it, and the signatory must have the intent to sign the document. Additionally, parties involved in the transaction must agree to conduct transactions by electronic means, which can be demonstrated by their behavior or prior agreements.

This framework ensures that electronic signatures promote efficiency and convenience in contract execution while still adhering to legal standards to prevent fraud. Therefore, when certain conditions are satisfied, electronic signatures can be considered valid and enforceable in Texas.