Maine § 158. - Ex officio, notary public; may administer oaths
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 158. — Ex officio, notary public; may administer oaths, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 158.. Ex officio, notary public; may administer oaths
Judges and clerks of the District Court are, ex officio, notaries public, and all their official acts, attested by them in either capacity, except those pertaining to the exclusive jurisdiction of judges and clerks of District Courts, are of equal effect. Judges and clerks of the District Court may administer all oaths required by law, unless another officer is specifically required to do it. [PL 1981, c. 456, §3 (AMD).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 158.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 158. cover?
Section 158. ("Ex officio, notary public; may administer oaths") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 158.?
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