1. (a) A person who knowingly or intentionally:

   1. (1) advertises notarial services without using the statement described in section 3(d) of this chapter;
   2. (2) advertises notarial services while claiming to be an expert on immigration matters without being a designated entity as described in 8 CFR 245 a.11; or

   3. (3) accepts payment in exchange for providing legal advice or any other assistance that requires legal analysis, judgment, or interpretation of the law;

      commits notario publico deception, a Class A misdemeanor.

2. (b) It is a defense to a prosecution under this section that a notary public is also licensed to practice law in Indiana.

As added by P.L.128-2017, SEC.21. Amended by P.L.59-2018, SEC.59.