Indiana § 33-42-13-4 - Notario publico deception
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 33-42-13-4 — Notario publico deception, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 33-42-13-4. Notario publico deception
Sec. 4. (a) A person who knowingly or intentionally:
(1) advertises notarial services without using the statement described in section 3(d) of this chapter;
(2) advertises notarial services while claiming to be an expert on immigration matters without being a designated entity as described in 8 CFR 245 a.11; or
(3) accepts payment in exchange for providing legal advice or any other assistance that requires legal analysis, judgment, or interpretation of the law;
commits notario publico deception, a Class A misdemeanor.
(b) It is a defense to a prosecution under this section that a notary public is also licensed to practice law in Indiana.
As added by P.L.128-2017, SEC.21. Amended by P.L.59-2018, SEC.59.
IC 33-42-14Chapter 14. Notary Fees
33-42-14-1Notary public fees
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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