Unannotated Code of Maryland (Last Updated: May 16, 2014) |
STATE GOVERNMENT |
TITLE 19. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS |
SUBTITLE 2. NOTARIAL ACTS BEFORE COMMISSIONED OFFICERS |
§ 19-205. Proof of authority; prima facie evidence
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If the signature, rank, and branch of service or subdivision of a branch of service of a commissioned officer appear on an instrument, document, or certificate:
(1) no further proof of the authority of the officer to act is required; and
(2) the action of the commissioned officer is prima facie evidence that the person making the oath or acknowledgment is covered by this subtitle.