# State Government (GSG)

## Title 18. Notarial Acts

### Subtitle 2. Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts

#### Section 18-210

(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.

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Md. Code Ann., State Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)