(a) A notarial act performed in another state shall have the same effect under the law of the District as if performed by a notarial officer of the District, if the notarial act performed in that state is performed by:
- (1) A notary public of that state;
- (2) A judge, clerk, or deputy clerk of a court of that state; or
- (3) Any other individual authorized by the law of that state to perform the notarial act.
- (b) The signature and title of an individual performing a notarial act in another state shall be prima facie evidence that the signature is genuine and that the individual holds the designated title.
- (c) The signature and title of a notarial officer described in subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section shall conclusively establish the authority of the officer to perform the notarial act.
History
Dec. 4, 2018, D.C. Law 22-189, § 11