Charleston County Clerk of Court Julie Armstrong has announced the launch of a new electronic certification system that enhances document security, improves efficiency, and allows certified documents to be delivered electronically.
The new system uses a Qualified Certificate for Electronic Seal (QESeal), issued by GlobalSign following a detailed identity verification process. Electronically sealed PDF documents can be authenticated in real time through Adobe Acrobat, while printed copies include a QR code linking to an online verification page.
Expungement orders were selected for the initial rollout because the existing process is repetitive and time-consuming. The new system replaces manual embossing with an automated electronic seal, allowing secure, certified documents to be produced in seconds…