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§ 18-209. Performance of notarial acts; evidence

West's Annotated Code of MarylandState GovernmentEffective: October 1, 2020

West's Annotated Code of Maryland
State Government (Refs & Annos)
Title 18. Notarial Acts (Refs & Annos)
Subtitle 2. Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts (Refs & Annos)
Effective: October 1, 2020
MD Code, State Government, § 18-209
§ 18-209. Performance of notarial acts; evidence
Currentness
In general
(a) A notarial act may be performed in the State by:
(1) a notary public of the State;
(2) a judge, clerk, or deputy clerk of a court of the State; or
(3) a magistrate appointed by a court of the State.
Prima facie evidence
(b) The signature and title of an individual performing a notarial act in the State are prima facie evidence that:
(1) the signature is genuine; and
(2) the individual holds the designated title.
Conclusively establish
(c) The signature and title of a notarial officer listed in subsection (a) of this section conclusively establish the authority of the notarial officer to perform the notarial act.
Fees
(d) A judge of the court of the State or a magistrate appointed by a court of the State may not charge a fee to perform a notarial act.

Credits

Added by Acts 2019, c. 407, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2020.
MD Code, State Government, § 18-209, MD STATE GOVT § 18-209
Current through legislation effective through April 9, 2023, from the 2024 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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