§ 18–210
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., State Gov't § 18-210 (2026)
Title 18. Notarial Acts
Subtitle 2. Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts
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(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.