§40-30-5. Electronic filing return and signature requirements.

(a) Electronic Filing Return. The tax return consists of the electronic transmission and electronic data, and any and all supporting documentation as required by regulation.

(b) Electronic Filing Signature Requirements. The signature requirement for all of the tax returns or other documents required to be filed for any tax or other matter administered by this department will be met if the submission is made pursuant to department regulations. The taxpayer's and the preparer's signature in the filing declaration is presumed to be a valid signature of the person with the responsibility for the filing of the tax return. The electronic return preparer shall be responsible for the verification of the taxpayer's and the preparer's signature in the filing declaration. In addition, all electronic return originators may be required by the department by regulation to maintain valid and verified signatures and other documents for the department.

(Acts 1997, No. 97-493, p. 878, §5.)