Nevada § 240.075 - Prohibited acts
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 240.075 — Prohibited acts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 240.075. Prohibited acts
A notary public shall not: 1. Influence a person to enter or not enter into a lawful transaction involving a
notarial act performed by the notary public. 2. Certify an instrument containing a statement known by the notary public to be false. 3. Perform any act as a notary public with intent to deceive or defraud, including,
without limitation, altering the journal that the notary public is required to keep
pursuant to NRS 240.120 . 4. Endorse or promote any product, service or offering if his or her appointment as
a notary public is used in the endorsement or promotional statement. 5. Certify photocopies of a certificate of birth, death or marriage or a divorce decree. 6. Allow any other person to use his or her notary's stamp. 7. Allow any other person to sign the notary's name in a notarial capacity. 8. Perform a notarial act on a document that contains only a signature. 9. Perform a notarial act on a document, including a form that requires the signer
to provide information within blank spaces, unless the document has been filled out
completely and has been signed. 10. Make or note a protest of a negotiable instrument unless the notary public is
employed by a depository institution and the protest is made or noted within the scope
of that employment. As used in this subsection, “depository institution” has the meaning ascribed to
it in NRS 657.037 . 11. Affix his or her stamp to any document which does not contain a notarial certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 240.075
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 240.075 cover?
Section 240.075 ("Prohibited acts") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. 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 Nevada § 240.075?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 240.075" (Nevada). 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 Nevada law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 240.075 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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