Minnesota § 358.61 - NOTARIAL ACT IN ANOTHER STATE
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§ 358.61. NOTARIAL ACT IN ANOTHER STATE
Subdivision 1.Effect.
A notarial act performed in another state has the same effect under the law of this state as if performed by a notarial officer of this state, if the act performed in that 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 law of that state to perform the notarial act.
Subd. 2.Significance of signature and title.
The signature and title of an individual performing a notarial act in another state are prima facie evidence that the signature is genuine and that the individual holds the designated title.
Subd. 3.Authority of officer established.
The signature and title of a notarial officer described in subdivision 1, clause (1) or (2), conclusively establish the authority of the officer to perform the notarial act.
History:
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 358.61
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Section 358.61 ("NOTARIAL ACT IN ANOTHER STATE") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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