Maine § 1917. - Short form certificates
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1917. — Short form certificates, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1917.. Short form certificates
The following short form certificates of notarial acts are sufficient for the purposes indicated, if completed with the information required by section 1916, subsections 1 and 2. [PL 2021, c. 651, Pt. A, §4 (NEW); PL 2021, c. 651, Pt. A, §8 (AFF).]
1. Individual capacity. For an acknowledgment in an individual capacity:
2. Representative capacity. For an acknowledgment in a representative capacity:
3. Oath or affirmation. For a verification on oath or affirmation:
4. Signature. For witnessing or attesting a signature:
5. Copy of a record. For certifying a copy of a record:
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1917.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1917. cover?
Section 1917. ("Short form certificates") 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 § 1917.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1917." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 1917. apply to my situation?
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