§ 18–209
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., State Gov't § 18-209 (2026)
Title 18. Notarial Acts
Subtitle 2. Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts
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(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.