(a) A notarial act performed in another state has the same effect under the laws of this State as if performed by a notarial officer of this State, if the act performed in the other 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 laws of that state to perform the notarial act.
(b) The signature and title of an individual performing a notarial act in another state are prima facie evidence that:
- (1) the signature is genuine; and
- (2) the individual holds the designated title.
- (c) The signature and title of a notarial officer listed in subsection (a)(1) or (2) of this section conclusively establish the authority of the notarial officer to perform the notarial act.
Added by Acts 2019, c. 407, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2020.